BMW recalls certain 2008-2013 1 Series and 3 Series vehicles due to PCV valve heater overheating that could cause fire while driving or after parking.
An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.
BMW is recalling specific 2008-2013 model vehicles where the PCV valve heater can overheat and cause fire while driving or soon after parking. This hazard affects the safety of the vehicle and requires immediate attention to prevent fire risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1250501-bmw-128i-2013-recall-fire-risk-from-pcv-valve-heater.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1250501-bmw-128i-2013-recall-fire-risk-from-pcv-valve-heater · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V119000
“BMW 128i (2013) Recall: Fire Risk from PCV Valve Heater Overheating.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1250501-bmw-128i-2013-recall-fire-risk-from-pcv-valve-heater. Based on NHTSA recall 22V119000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V119000).
An electrical short in the PCV valve heater can cause it to overheat, increasing the risk of fire while driving or shortly after parking. This happens because the heater lacks proper electrical protection that could prevent overheating.
Owners of 2008-2013 BMW 1 Series Coupe (128i), 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive), and other specified models are most at risk. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles should check if their car is affected.
Check if your vehicle is a 2008-2013 BMW 1 Series Coupe (128i), 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive), or other specified models listed in the recall notice. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Identify if your vehicle is a 2008-2013 BMW 1 Series Coupe (128i), 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive), or other specified models listed in the recall notice.
Reach out to BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to confirm if your vehicle is affected and schedule the repair.
This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 1, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The PCV valve heater can overheat due to an electrical short, increasing the risk of fire while driving or shortly after parking.
Yes, vehicles previously repaired under prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy.
Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V119000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 22V119000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 1, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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