BMW 5 series sedan & wagon x5 & x6 wagons, 1 & 7 series diesel variants (2009)
What the hazard is
In unfavourable individual cases, an electrical short-circuit may occur in the diesel fuel filter heater, which may lead to a vehicle fire. The diesel fuel filter heater unit only operates at temperatures below -1° Celsius.
What to do
Consumers should contact an authorised BMW motor vehicle service centre, or call the BMW Group Australia Customer Interaction Centre on freecall: 1 800 813 299.
Defect
An internal short-circuit may occur in the area of the electric contacts of the diesel fuel filter heating unit.