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Vehicles Affected: Approximately 184,500 model-year 2006 BMW 3 Series sedans and wagons, 5 Series sedans and wagons, and Z4 sports cars
The Problem: The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation valve may short-circuit, which can cause parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire even when the car is not in use.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the PCV valve heater for free.
What Owners Should Do: BMW will begin notifying owners May 28. Owners can call the automaker at 800-525-7417, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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