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  1. 2022

    BMW recalls vehicles over engine-fire risk

    Recall announced

    BMW decided to conduct a voluntary recall of more than one million vehicles after determining that an engine-ventilation system could overheat and increase the risk of fire. The article reports that the recall covers vehicles in the US, Canada and South Korea; a remedy was being developed.

    Company response

    • Remediation — BMW

      A remedy is being developed and owners will be advised next month to have the fix performed for free at BMW dealerships.

    Source excerpt

    • The automaker decided a week ago to conduct a voluntary recall.
    • Production irregularities at supplier Mahle GmbH could lead ventilation valves to overheat, according to the recall notice.
    • BMW is recalling more than 1 million vehicles over an engine-ventilation system that could overheat and increase the risk of fire.
    Source