BMW company recalls 32000 vehicles models: 5 and 7 series, X5 and X6 from the 2008 to 2011 years with V8 or V12 units. The reason is that the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat. Fires starts with smoldering of the pump and could spread under the hood.

BMW will notify vehicle's owners and dealers will replace the fault free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in this month (November 2011).

Owners can call BMW customer relations and services at or NHTSA at.