BMW high pressure fuel pump can leak and cause fire
critical How serious is it? About this label
Serious, because a fuel leak near a hot engine is a fire risk; BMW does not tell owners to stop driving, but get the pump replaced without delay.
What's wrong, in plain English
On these BMWs, the high pressure fuel pump may not have been attached to the engine correctly when the car was built. Over time, the flange where the pump bolts on can crack, and gasoline can leak out. Fuel leaking near anything hot or sparking can catch fire. Because the pump sits in the engine bay, a leak is not something most owners would spot on their own. Dealers replace the high pressure fuel pump at no charge to you.
What you should do
2. Call a BMW dealer, or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, to book the repair.
3. Have the high pressure fuel pump replaced — the work is free.
Affected vehicles (4)
Who to contact
BMW — official BMW recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-525-7417
Official notice
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 750i xDrive, 2019 M850i xDrive Coupe, M850i xDrive Convertible, X5 xDrive50i, X7 xDrive50i, and M5 vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may not have been properly attached to the engine, which may cause the fuel pump flange to crack, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Safety risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.