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Recall: 2007-2011 BMW X3, X5 Heater May Short Circuit

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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.

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Tim Esterdahl

Automotive Journalist Tim Esterdahl has been a lover of trucks and SUVs for years. He has covered the industry since 2011 and has pieces in many national magazines and newspapers. In his spare time, he is often found tinkering on his '62 C10 pickup, playing golf, going hunting and hanging out with his wife and kids in Nebraska.

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