Recall 14V-674
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2014 BMW I8: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, auxillary tank).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V-674
- Reported
- October 27, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 223 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
The risk
An inadequate weld of the bolt to the fuel tank could cause a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could lead to a fire.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-[removed] or [removed]
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- BMW I8 2014