BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1 And 1 More Recall R/2013/024: Engine May Cut Out, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 Apr 2013
- Launched
- 36
- vehicles in the UK
- 0061760300
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
BMW recalled 1 Series, 3 Series, X1 and 1 more vehicles. The connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. The dealer will replace the cable/connection with a more robust item. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be make aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY CUT OUT Defect: It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be make aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
Are You Affected?
1 Series, 3 Series, X1 and 1 more may be included. BMW estimates 36 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with BMW, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with BMW.
- Book with any franchised BMW dealer, quoting the campaign code 0061760300 or the DVSA reference R/2013/024. See how to get a BMW recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 275 BMW recalls in DVSA’s data. The BMW recall launched before it was R/2012/149 on 11 Dec 2012, for rear window may detach. The one launched after it was R/2013/023 on 10 Apr 2013, for brake power assistance may be affected. You can also see every BMW recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/024, launched 4 April 2013. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.