Recall 19V599000

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Report Date
20190814
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 i3 BEV, i3 REx, and i8 vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high-voltage electrical power.

Safety Consequence

A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 BMW I3
2019 BMW I8

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.