The problem
Fuel seepage can occur between a hose and the metal fuel line on either end of the hose resulting in fuel odor.
The risk
Fuel leakage could potentially result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the two fuel hoses, four metal fuel lines and associated clamps.
Contacts
System: fuel; fuel lines; hoses; non-metallic. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time,should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized BMW dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95V238000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.