2006-2011 BMW 3 Series/M3 Recall 17V676: HVAC Wiring

Recall 17V676 affects 702,965 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series and M3 vehicles for overheating HVAC wiring. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

What's wrong?

The blower-regulator wiring harness in these 2006-2011 BMW vehicles is the electrical lead for the heating and air conditioning blower control. The blower control helps set the interior fan speed, so heated or cooled air moves through the vents when you use the climate system. That circuit depends on a clean, tight electrical connection.

On affected vehicles, the harness uses tin-coated end connectors where it plugs into the blower regulator. Movement and normal electrical load can wear that contact surface and cause fretting corrosion, which means the metal connection degrades. As resistance rises at the damaged connection, heat builds at the wiring and connector instead of passing current cleanly. The connector area can overheat and create a fire risk.

Owners can notice the climate system suddenly stop working. Smoke or a plastic burning odor inside the cabin are warning signs that the wiring or connector is overheating.

Who's affected?

The scope spans the listed BMW 3 Series variants across 2006-2011, all tied to wiring.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.

What's the safety risk?

Overheated wiring can melt the electrical connectors and raise the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is parked and unattended. If the heating or air conditioning stops working, or you smell burning plastic or see smoke inside, stop using those systems and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

What should I do?

1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2011 BMW M3, 325XI, 323I, 325I, 328I, 328XI, 330I, 330XI, 335I, 335IS, 335XI, or 335D is included in this recall.
2. Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free wiring and electrical-connector replacement for the heating and air conditioning airflow system.
3. Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V676 when you call.
4. Ask the BMW dealer about driving and parking precautions until the overheating wiring is repaired.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a BMW technician replaces the wiring and electrical connectors for the heating and air conditioning air flow control system. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. BMW has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall work. Bring repair invoices and payment documentation to the service desk, or contact BMW customer service for the claim path.

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Source documents

• Download Misc. Document (PDF) · RMISC
• Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) · RIONL
• Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) · RCRIT
• Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) · RCONL
• Download Owner Notice (PDF) · RCMN
• Download Recall Report (PDF) · RCLRPT
• Download Quarterly Report (PDF) · RCLQRT
• Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) · RCAK

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