Is it safe to drive with BMW 530e G30 PHEV 12V Battery Drain?

Generally safe to drive for short distances, but the fault should be diagnosed and repaired promptly.

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BMW 530e G30 PHEV 12V Battery Drain — BMW 5 Series 2017 | MyCarFault

BMW 530e G30 PHEV 12V Battery Drain

BMW 5 Series 2017 B46 2.0 PHEV

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The 530e PHEV can drain the 12V battery when parked without HV charging. Plug in when parked to maintain 12V charge. 12V battery replacement costs £120-200.

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