Recall
BMW X3 — 21V199000
NHTSA ID
21V199000
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2021-03-24
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
17
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and X4, and 2021 X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank.
Consequence
Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin May 17, 2021. Owners were also contacted by telephone. To date, all repairs have been done. No further owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.