BMW Owners Warned to Park Outside as Massive Recall Hits

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Officials are urging owners of the 14 affected models to park outside. “If you have one of these vehicles, you should park your vehicle outside and away from buildings and other…

More than 720,000 BMWs are being recalled over fears they could catch fire—even while parked with their engines off. Officials are urging owners of the 14 affected models to park outside. “If you have one of these vehicles, you should park your vehicle outside and away from buildings and other vehicles until the vehicle is repaired,” the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a statement. The issue stems from an improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump. If exposed to water, it could short-circuit and spark a fire.

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