BMW Recalls 2014 i8 Vehicles for Potential Fuel Tank Weld Defect
BMW is recalling 223 model year 2014 i8 vehicles because a ground cable bolt may not be properly welded to the fuel tank, creating a risk of fuel leaks and fire.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (fuel tank weld) that could lead to a fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating involving significant injury or property damage risks.
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured between May 16, 2014, and September 16, 2014. The recall involves 223 vehicles in total.
The defect involves a bolt used to attach a ground cable between the fuel tank and the vehicle chassis. This bolt may not have been properly welded during manufacturing. An inadequate weld could cause a fuel leak, which could lead to a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or [email protected]. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- BMW I8
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Fuel System
- Affected units
- 223
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 (1)
- I8
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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