BMW 5 SERIES and 6 SERIES recall: Possible corrosion of the bulkhead connector of the positive battery cable
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The branch-off point of the main battery cable may corrode
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. The branch-off point will be checked and reworked appropriately depending on the level of corrosion present
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The branch-off point of the main battery cable may corrode
The fix
The branch-off point will be checked and reworked appropriately depending on the level of corrosion present
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 SERIES | 5 Feb 2002 | 27 Jul 2010 | 121,849 |
| 6 SERIES | 5 Feb 2002 | 27 Jul 2010 | 121,849 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 29 July 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.