BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i vehicles. The affected vehicles may have battery positive (B+) cables that develop high resistance in the connections to the fuse box.
BMW of North America – Incorrect Coating on Battery Positive Cables
| Report Received Date | 02/09/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V087000 |
| Consequence Summary | The high resistance may result in loss of the cable's electrical connection, possibly causing an engine stall and preventing the vehicle from restarting, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the B+ cable connector with one that is silver coated and better secure it to the fuse box, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 1160 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V087000) |
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