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Model years
20142020
Generation / trim
Not listed

Powertrain and fuel economy

I8 CoupePlug-in Hybrid · 1.50 L · 3-cyl · Automatic 6-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium and Electricity
City
26 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
Combined
27 MPG
I8 RoadsterPlug-in Hybrid · 1.50 L · 3-cyl · Automatic 6-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium and Electricity
City
26 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
Combined
27 MPG

Safety recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · PROPULSION SYSTEM · TRACTION BATTERY20V601000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.

Safety consequence

The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

Remedy

BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Reported Sep 30, 2020Part BMW 3-5-7-X3 & MINI Countryman-8658344-11/345-11 // BMW X5-8678566-10/567-10; BMW I8-9452661-04