An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.

Engine And Engine Cooling — Exhaust System — Emission Control — Crankcase (Pcv)

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Actions

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Documents (11)

• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Recall Notice, Q&A and Dealer script
• Miscellaneous Document - November 2, 2017 Dealer notification
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Dealer Notice November 4, 2017
• Recall Acknowledgement
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Chronology
• Remedy Instructions and TSB

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