Wiring: connectors/plugs/receptaclesRecall 26V-733 · BMW vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC recall 26V-733 covers 720,796 BMW vehicles for a wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles problem, reported to NHTSA on November 4, 2026.

Park outside and away from structures until repaired

Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet

Vehicles affected720,79613 models

ReportedNov 4, 2026Owner notice date not listed

Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 26V733000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2016 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, 2012-2015 X1, 2013-2017 X3, 2015-2016 4 Series Gran Coupe, 2 Series Convertible, 2014-2016 328xi Gran Turismo, 2 Series Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 3 Series Coupe, 3 Series Sportswagon, 2015-2018 X4, and 2016-2018 X5 xDrive40e vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

The risk

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

What to do

The fix

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in December 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V608. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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