The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V513000·Announced 2023-08-07

2022 BMW X3 Fuel Rail Defect May Cause Engine Fire

BMW is recalling 2022 X3 xDrive30i vehicles because the high-pressure fuel rail may crack and cause a fuel leak in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rail free of charge.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a fuel injection system defect with potential for fire in the engine compartment. No accidents, injuries, or property damage are reported. This qualifies as a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been realized, placing it in the High severity category.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2022 X3 xDrive30i vehicles due to a defect in the high-pressure fuel rail. The fuel rail may crack over time, causing a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of fire. This defect affects approximately 5 vehicles.

To remedy this defect, BMW dealers will replace the affected high-pressure fuel rail at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 19, 2022. Owners can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule service, or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at 1-888-327-4236 for additional information about this recall (campaign number 22V513000).

The recalled product

Product
2022 BMW X3
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
  • fuel-leak
  • fire
Affected units
5

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • X3
  • 228I
  • X1

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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