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Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/02215/23 |
| Brand | BMW. |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | e1*2018/858*00153* (U1X) |
| Published | 15 September 2023 |
Risk Description
Damaged battery cells may cause a short circuit within a battery module due to an electrolyte leak. This can lead to a thermal overload within the battery, creating a risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car