BMW Fuel Pump - Pierburg 16117260636

Product Information

A Fuel Pump is responsible for transferring fuel from the tank to the engine at the appropriate pressure. By delivering a consistent fuel flow, the fuel pump ensures the engine has the right fuel-air mixture for combustion, allowing the vehicle to run smoothly. Most modern vehicles use electric fuel pumps, which are typically located inside the fuel tank.

• Difficulty Starting or No Start: A failing fuel pump may struggle to deliver fuel at the required pressure, resulting in hard starting or, in severe cases, a no-start condition. This is particularly noticeable during cold starts
• Engine Stalling or Sputtering: If the fuel pump intermittently loses power or pressure, the engine may stall, sputter, or hesitate while driving, especially under heavy acceleration or at high speeds. This is often a sign of insufficient fuel flow
• Loss of Power Under Load: A faulty fuel pump may not be able to provide the increased fuel flow needed during activities that require more power, such as driving uphill or accelerating quickly. This can cause a noticeable loss of power or hesitation in response

About Pierburg

Pierburg S.A. is a company that forms part of the KSPG AG Group, a worldwide leader in the design, development and production of automobile components. As a worldwide automotive provider, Pierburg S.A. holds a position as a leader in the automotive markets thanks to their competence in the areas of the reduction of emissions and secondary air management. The development of our products is carried out in close collaboration with well-known automotive manufacturers.

With a history beginning with the start of the automobile industry, Pierburg’s reputation has been that of superior engine expertise. Pierburg remains a pioneer in advanced pump technology working as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) for many European auto brands. Their product line ranges from coolant pumps, oil pumps and re-circulating water pumps, to vacuum pumps and many more. For every function, Pierburg produces a solution that provides the highest reliability, dependability, and functionality for automobiles.

Even before the talks of climate change, Pierburg had been working on finding solutions for ecological friendly vehicle technology, in order to slow fuel consumption and decrease emissions. One example is Pierburg’s line of on-demand oil and water pumps only run when needed resulting in reduced engine emissions.