The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·23V863000·Announced 2023-12-20

BMW Recalls 2024 430i Convertibles for Cylinder Head Cover Fire Risk

BMW is recalling 2024 430i convertibles because a cracked cylinder head cover may leak oil, increasing the risk of a fire near hot engine components.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (cracked cylinder head cover) that creates a significant fire hazard, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2024 BMW 430i convertible vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the cylinder head cover may develop cracks, resulting in oil leaking into the engine compartment.

The presence of leaked oil near an ignition source, such as a hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. No specific number of affected vehicles is provided in the source text, but the recall applies to the 2024 model year 430i convertibles.

Dealers will inspect and replace the cylinder head cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW 430I
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Car
Hazard
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 (1)

  • 430I

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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