BMW 1 Series plug in contact cable may malfunction Recall

Reason for recall: The positive battery cable to the front distribution box behind the glove box can become damaged by vibrations and frictional corrosion. This may cause a loss of electrical connection to the distributions box. Symptoms include being unable to gain entry or start the car but the most common are a flickering instrument panel or uneven engine performance. However if the electrical connection is completely lost this will also affect the operation of the vehicles lighting systems; e.g. sidelights or hazard warning lamps.

Jun 7, 2018

On affected vehicles carry out a suitable repair to the battery cable positive cable.

This issue affects 1-Series X1 Z4 3-Series, this particular recall is for the 1 Series.