NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V683000
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected 740,561
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 18, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.