BMW expands recall: more than 200,000 domestic i3, iX3 and other vehicles are malfunctioning due to high-voltage system

BMW expands recall: more than 200,000 domestic i3, iX3 and other vehicles are malfunctioning due to high-voltage system

Recently, BMW announced the expansion of its recall plan, involving a number of domestic i3 and iX3, with a total of more than 200,000 vehicles. The main reason for this recall is that there is a potential failure of the high-voltage battery system, which may cause safety risks. The following is a specific analysis of this recall.

1. Recall background

BMW China filed a recall plan with the State Administration for Market Regulation in accordance with the requirements of the "Regulations on the Management of Recall of Defective Automobile Products" and the "Regulations on the Implementation of the Regulations on the Management of Recall of Defective Automobile Products". This recall is a further expansion of BMW's high-voltage battery system problems, aiming to eliminate potential risks and ensure the safety of car owners.

2. Recall scope

3. Cause of failure

The main reason for this recall is that there may be insulation failures in the high-voltage battery system, which may cause the battery to be short-circuited or overheated, and may cause fires in severe cases. BMW official said the problem was caused by the fact that the supplier did not fully comply with technical specifications during the production process.

4. Solution

BMW will replace the high-voltage battery modules for vehicles within the recall range for free and upgrade the battery management system. Car owners can make an appointment for repair through BMW's official authorized dealers, and the expected repair time is about 2-3 hours.

5. Car owners’ response measures

1. Car owners can check whether the vehicle is within the recall range through the BMW official website or call the customer service hotline.
2. If the vehicle is within the recall scope, it is recommended to contact the dealer to arrange repairs as soon as possible.
3. Before the maintenance is completed, try to avoid driving at high speed or frequent fast charging to reduce risks.

6. Industry impact

This large-scale recall once again highlights the safety issues of high-voltage systems of new energy vehicles. In recent years, with the popularity of electric vehicles, similar recall incidents have occurred frequently, which has put forward higher requirements on industry technical standards and supply chain management. As a luxury brand, BMW's recall may have a certain impact on its brand reputation, but its attitude of actively solving problems is also worthy of recognition.

7. Consumer feedback

Some car owners expressed their understanding of the recall and believed that safety first; but some car owners expressed dissatisfaction with the frequent recalls and hoped that the manufacturer could improve the quality control level. The following are statistics on the opinions of some car owners:

8. Future prospects

As competition in the new energy vehicle market intensifies, product quality and safety will become key factors in consumer choice. Although BMW's recall is a short-term negative event, if it can be used to improve its technical level and improve supply chain management, it may be transformed into a brand advantage in the long run. Industry experts suggest that manufacturers should strengthen R&D investment and establish a stricter quality control system.

This recall also reminds consumers that when purchasing new energy vehicles, in addition to paying attention to performance and price, they should also pay attention to the brand's technical strength and after-sales service capabilities.