BMW recall: The exhaust gas recirculation module could leak over time
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.
The fix
The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE | 14 Jun 2017 | 16 Apr 2018 | 18,330 |
| 4 SERIES COUPE | 20 Mar 2017 | 28 Sep 2018 | 18,330 |
| 6 SERIES COUPE | 21 Mar 2017 | 23 Oct 2017 | 18,330 |
| X3 | 1 Apr 2017 | 22 Aug 2017 | 18,330 |
| 3 SERIES SALOON | 17 Mar 2017 | 28 Sep 2018 | 18,330 |
| 3 SERIES TOURING | 10 Mar 2017 | 1 Oct 2018 | 18,330 |
| X6 | 29 Apr 2017 | 22 Aug 2018 | 18,330 |
| X4 | 3 Apr 2017 | 2 Mar 2018 | 18,330 |
| 6 SERIES GRAN COUPE | 27 Mar 2017 | 27 Apr 2018 | 18,330 |
| 4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE | 21 Mar 2017 | 25 Sep 2018 | 18,330 |
| 4 SERIES GRAN COUPE | 20 Mar 2017 | 24 Sep 2018 | 18,330 |
| 3 SERIES GT | 24 Apr 2017 | 10 Apr 2018 | 18,330 |
| X5 | 18 Apr 2017 | 27 Jun 2018 | 18,330 |
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 14 June 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.