BMW Recalls Over 720,000 Vehicles Over Short Circuit Concern, NHTSA Says
“An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit,” the NHTSA said.
The recall includes some crossovers including the X1 and X5, along with some 5-series sedans among other models.
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Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield for free, the U.S. auto safety regulator said.
The NHTSA also said that BMW was aware of about 18 customer complaints, concerns or field instances but has not received any reports of accidents or injuries related to this report in the U.S.
(Reporting by Gursimran Kaur and Nathan Gomes in Bengaluru; Editing by Nivedita Bhattacharjee)
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