X1, iX1

Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
Alert NumberA12/01864/22
BrandBmw
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire, Injuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberU1X, e1*2018/858*00153*
Published23 December 2022

Risk Description

When water penetrates the basic control unit, different electrical functions may be impaired, such as lights and central locking could malfunction, the steering and braking assistance may fail and the engine might stall. Moreover, this could lead to increased 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

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