2016 BMW i3 Recall List
2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW i3, affecting airbags and fuel system. Recall repairs are free at any authorized BMW dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Nov 16, 2017
- Owner complaints
- 33
All 2016 BMW i3 recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 17V720000Nov 16, 2017Airbags32,000 vehicles
Air bags:frontal
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
- NHTSA 17V088000Feb 9, 2017Fuel System19,130 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
Risk: A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2016 BMW i3 have?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW i3, covering airbags and fuel system.
- Are 2016 BMW i3 recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2016 BMW i3?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 17V720000, reported Nov 16, 2017, concerning the airbags.