NHTSA Campaign 17V088000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Issued by BMW of North America, LLC · Reported Feb 9, 2017 · 19,130 vehicles affected
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
Consequence
A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | I3 | 2014 | 19,130 |
| BMW | I3 | 2015 | 19,130 |
| BMW | I3 | 2016 | 19,130 |
| BMW | I3 | 2017 | 19,130 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V088000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.