BMW 328I, 228XI +10 more: Electrical system — connectors/plugs/receptacles

Affects BMW 328I, 228XI, Z4, X3, 228I, X5, 528I, X1, X4, 328XI, 428XI, 428I · 2012–2018 — about 721K vehicles.

The hazard

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational