2012-2018 BMW X1/X3/X4/X5 Recall 24V608: Pump Short

Recall 24V608 covers 720,796 certain 2012-2018 BMW vehicles for water pump connector short circuits. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

What's wrong?

The water pump on 2012-2018 BMW vehicles moves coolant through the engine so heat can leave the engine instead of building up inside it. The pump uses an electrical plug connector to receive power and control signals. That connector is supposed to stay sealed from water and fluid around the engine bay.

On affected vehicles, the seal at the water pump electrical plug connector is not tight enough. Water or fluid can get into the connector over time. Once moisture reaches the electrical contacts, it can create a short circuit, which means current travels where it should not instead of staying in the designed path.

There is no warning sign before failure. If the pump or nearby electrical system acts abnormally, treat it as a repair issue and have a BMW dealer check whether your VIN is included in recall 24V608.

Who's affected?

Scope spans BMW cars and SUVs from 2012-2018, with both water-pump wiring and pump components listed.

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire. NHTSA lists no warning sign, so use the vehicle cautiously and schedule the recall repair soon. The dealer will inspect the water pump and plug connector, replace parts as needed, and add a protective shield. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

What should I do?

1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2018 BMW 328I, 228XI, Z4, X3, 228I, X5, 528I, X1, X4, 328XI, 428XI, or 428I is included in this recall.
2. Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free water-pump and plug-connector inspection, replacement if needed, and protective-shield installation that addresses the connector short risk.
3. Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V608 when you call.
4. Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
5. Keep the repair appointment even if the vehicle seems normal; an electrical short in the water-pump connector increases fire risk.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a BMW technician inspects the electric water pump and plug connector, replaces the water pump and connector as needed, and installs a protective shield to keep water away from the connector. Parts and labor are free under the recall. BMW's standard reimbursement plan provides a path to request reimbursement for eligible documented expenses if you already paid for this remedy before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk.

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Source documents

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

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