2013 BMW 328D Recall

Campaign:: 18V755000 on 10/29/2018
Component:: Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Manufactured:: 09/11/2012 - 06/28/2017
Affected:: 44,368
Defect:: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2013-2018 bmw 328d and 328d xdrive, 2014-2018 328d sports wagon and 328d xdrive sports wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xdrive, 2015 740ld xdrive, 2015-2017 x3 xdrive28d sav and 2014-2017 x5 xdrive35d sav vehicles equipped with an exhaust gas recirculation (egr) module with an integrated cooler. if the egr cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. the high egr temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.
Consequence:: The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Correction:: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the egr cooler as necessary. if a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall is expected to begin december 17, 2018. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.