BMW 3 SERIES ( 01/09/2013 – 30/04/2014) DEFECT: The in tank fuel pump may contain sub components that have not been correctly nickel plated. This may cause excessive friction leading to the fuel pump being inoperative. The driver may experience a no start condition or in the worst case an engine stall. A warning lamp and error message will display. Steering and brakes will still function.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the in tank fuel pump with a modified version.
| Recall Launch Date | 08/06/2015 |
| Recall No. | R/2015/109 |
| Models Affected | 1 series 2 series (coupe) 3 series (Saloon/ touring/Gran Tourismo) 4 series (Coupe/Convertible/Grand Coupe) |
| Manufacturer Ref | 0016970100 |
| VIN Start | WBA1A52040E981140 |
| VIN end | WBA1J72090VX83715 |
| Build Start | 01/09/2013 |
| Build end | 30/04/2014 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 1646 |
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