2012 BMW 535i Activehybrid recalls and problems
The 2012 BMW 535i Activehybrid has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2012 BMW 535i Activehybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2012 BMW 535i Activehybrid recalls
Recall 16V-746: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.
Risk: The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Other BMW 535i Activehybrid years
No other model years have data.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 BMW 535i Activehybrid have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 BMW 535i Activehybrid: 16V-746 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.