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BMW Recall
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NEWS: BMW is recalling certain 2012 X5
vehicles
-- January 30, 2012
JANUARY
2012
-- BMW is recalling certain model year 2012
X5 xdrive 35i sports activity vehicles, manufactured from December 19, 2011,
through December 21, 2011. Due to a manufacturing error, engagement of the
transmissions parking lock may not occur even if the p position has been
selected and is displayed. If the driver believes that the transmission is in
park and does not use the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away after
exiting the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash or injury. BMW will notify
owners, and dealers will replace the automatic transmission free of charge. The
safety recall is expected to begin during January 2012. 12V-019
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NEWS:
BMW recalls 90,000 Mini Coopers
DETROIT NEWS -- January 14, 2012
JANUARY
2012
-- BMW is recalling certain model year
2007-2011 Mini Cooper s, 2008-2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman, 2009-2011 Mini Cooper
S Convertible, 2009-2011 Mini Vooper JCW, 2009-2011 Mini Cooper JCW Clubman,
2009-2011 Cooper JCW convertible, and 2011 Cooper S Countryman passenger cars
manufactured from November 14, 2006, through January 18, 2011. The electric
auxiliary water pump that cools the turbocharger has an electronic circuit board
that can malfunction and overheat. The circuit board may smolder which could
result in a vehicle fire. Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the
water pump free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during
february 2012. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety
administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153),
or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .
12V-008
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OCTOBER 2011 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 5-Series, model year 2010-2011 5-Series
Gran Turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-Series, model year 2010-2011 X5 SAV, and
model year 2008-2011 X6 SAV vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder,
turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water
pump can overheat. This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine
compartment or vehicle fire. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace
the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin
during December 2011. 11V-521 |
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NEWS:
BMW recalling 32,000 vehicles over engine fire risks
DETROIT NEWS -- November 1, 2011 BMW AG
said Saturday it is recalling 32,000 vehicles to replace potentially faulty
electric auxiliary water pumps that can overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
The German automaker said the recall covers
2008-2011 5-Series, 5-Series Gran Turismo, 7-Series, X5 SAV, and X6 SAV models
that have eight- or 12-cylinder turbocharged engines.
The recall comes after BMW found at least 102
cases of pump failures worldwide including two engine-compartment fires. BMW
said it is unaware of any crashes or injuries as a result of the condition.
The auxiliary pump helps cool the turbocharger
during some driving conditions and in some cases can fail, causing the circuit
board to overheat. That could lead to a fire. BMW said in most cases drivers
will be alerted by a warning message on the instrumental cluster during driving.
BMW first discovered the issue in June 2009 on
test vehicles. In April 2010, a smoldered electrical cable of the water pump was
found on a BMW-owned vehicle.
The company set up a task force in May 2010 after
two customer vehicles reported burned engine compartments.
Dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water
pump and will be notified next month. Owners will be notified starting next
month as well.
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SEPTEMBER 2011
-- BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 328i XDrive and 335i XDrive vehicles
manufactured from February 8, 2011, through July 29, 2011. The front driveshaft
attachment bolts may not have been tightened to specification. If the bolts were
not tightened to specification, they may become loose. If the bolts loosen, it
could lead to a loss of power to the front wheels and ultimately a vehicle
breakdown, increasing the risk of a crash. BMW will notify owners, and dealers
will replace the front driveshaft attachment bolts free of charge. The safety
recall is expected to begin during October 2011. 11V-476
AUGUST 2011 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi
vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2001, through March 1, 2005. Over time,
resistance in the electrical contacts may cause one or more rear lamp functions
(tail light, brake light, and/or turn-signal), within the vehicle's body panel,
to stop working. Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other
motorists of the driver's intentions. This could cause a vehicle crash without
warning. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of
charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2011.
11V-438
AUGUST 2011 -- BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 X5
xDrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from October
1, 2008, through June 12, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for
warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures,
could experience an elect rical overload condition and become permanently
activated. The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition
is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly
leading to a vehicle fire. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the
fuel filter heater free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during
October 2011. 11V-441 |
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NEWS:
BMW to recall 241K cars over taillights
DETROIT NEWS -- September 2, 2011 BMW AG
said it will recall 241,000 2002-05 3 Series sedans to replace potentially
faulty rear lights.
The models include the 325I, 325XI, 330I and
330XI built between 2001 and 2005.
The decision came amid a lengthy government
investigation into the issue and more than 3,000 warranty claims.
BMW said over time "resistance in the electrical
contacts may cause one or more rear lamp functions (taillight, brake light, and
or turn-signal)" to stop working. The problem is in the rear lamp unit in the
vehicle's body panel.
BMW told the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration that about 40,000 vehicles have already been repaired and it
estimates the number of faulty vehicles at less than 20 percent. BMW said there
were no injuries or accidents as a result of the issues.
NHTSA has been investigating the issue since
April 2009 and upgraded the investigation in December 2009, when it said it had
reports of 935 complaints or warranty claims of faulty lights.
Last year, BMW told NHTSA the warranty claims
over the issue had topped 3,000 most from 2004 model vehicles. BMW issued a
technical service bulletin in February 2007 to address the issue by adding
ground wiring to the tail lamp assembly.
In July of this year, NHTSA sought more
information from BMW about the problem and held a meeting with BMW officials
July 21.
BMW will notify owners by October. Dealers will
rework the electrical connections to the rear lamps
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JUNE 2011 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 X3 passenger vehicles manufactured from
April 27, 2011, through June 8, 2011. A control module in the electric power
steering (EPS) unit may malfunction, resulting in a sudden loss of power
steering assistance. Sudden loss of power steering assistance could increase the
risk of a crash. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles
free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during July 2011.
11V-341
JUNE 2011 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011, X5 Diesel Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV)
manufactured from March 31, 2011, through May 19, 2011. Due to a component
manufacturing error at the supplier, the welds in the belt tensioner could have
incipient cracks. Over time, this could lead a malfunction of the belt tensioner.
If the belt tensioner fails, there could be a sudden loss of power steering
assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the engine belt
tensioner free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during July
2011. 11V-332
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NEWS:
Feds look into BMWs that can roll away unattended
YAHOO NEWS -- August 9, 2011 U.S. safety
regulators are looking into a problem with BMW automatic transmission shifters
that can allow cars to roll away after drivers have left the vehicles.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration said Tuesday on its website that about 120,000 BMW 7-Series
luxury sedans from the 2002 through 2008 model years could be affected. The
inquiry could lead to a recall.
The cars have electronic transmission shifters
that are designed to automatically shift into park if the driver presses the
button to turn off the engine. The agency says one driver complained to
regulators about the problem, and the company has received additional
complaints.
No crashes or injuries have been reported.
Regulators say they haven't found the cause of the problem.
BMW says it's cooperating with the inquiry
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OCTOBER 2010 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2004-2010
5-Series, 6-Series, and model year 2002-2008 7-Series vehicles. A check valve of
the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time this
could result in contamination of the brake booster. Power assist braking
performance could be adversely affected. In extreme cases there could be a
complete loss of power assist braking. An unexpected reduction or loss in power
braking assist may increase the risk of a crash. The manufacturer has not yet
provided a remedy or an owner notification schedule for this campaign.
10V-446
OCTOBER 2010 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 X5 SAVs
vehicles with 6-cylinder engines manufactured from November 1, 2007 through
August 31, 2008. Due to a manufacturing process fault, the fuel pump was not
produced to specifications. Under specific vehicle operating conditions, the
fuel pump's commutator could experience an increase in wear. This wear could
lead to fuel pump malfunction and engine stalling. Engine stalling could create
a potential for a crash resulting in injury or death. The manufacturer has not
yet provided a remedy or an owner notification schedule for this campaign. 10V-518
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NEWS:
BMW recalls 150,000 cars with potential fuel pump failure
YAHOO NEWS -- October
27, 2010 BMW of North America announced a
recall Tuesday of more than 150,000 vehicles because
of potential problems with their fuel pumps.
BMW said the problem is
specific to vehicles with twin-turbo inline
six-cylinder engines with the High Pressure
Injection direct fuel injection system. The
high-pressure fuel pumps for these vehicles run the
risk of failure, BMW said.
BMW said a recall of
130,000 vehicles extends to 335i models from 2007 to
2010, as well as the following models from 2008 to
2010: 135i, 535i and X6 xDrive35i Sports Activity
Coupes. The recall also applies to Z4 Roadster
sDrive35i models from 2009 to 2010.
About 40,000 of the
130,000 vehicles are expected to need a new high
pressure fuel pump, the company said.
The company said that
"symptoms include long-crank engine starting times
along with the illumination of the 'service engine
soon' light. In certain cases, the driver may
experience reduced engine performance in a safe mode
accompanied by a tone and illumination of the
'engine malfunction' light."
BMW also announced a
separate recall of about 20,800 MY 2008 X5 Sports
Activity Vehicles. These vehicles will also need a
new low-pressure fuel pump, the company said.
"In this case, should
the fuel pump experience a failure, the engine will
stop running and the driver will lose power assist
for the steering and brakes, although both the
steering and brakes remain operational," the company
said.
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NEWS:
BMW
recalls 198,000 cars in US due to brake problems
YAHOO NEWS -- October 2, 2010 BMW
of North America said Thursday it will recall nearly 200,000 luxury vehicles to
fix leaks that could develop in the power braking system.
The recall involves BMW 5 Series, 6 Series and 7
Series vehicles powered by V8 and V12 engines from the 2002-2010 model years and
certain Rolls-Royce Motor Cars from the 2003-2010 model years.
The German automaker said in a statement a leak
could develop in the power braking system, leading to a vacuum loss and the
reduction of power braking assistance. Mechanical braking is still available to
slow and stop the vehicle, the company said.
BWM said there have been no reports of accidents
or injuries.
Vehicles covered by the recall include: 2002-2008
BMW 745i/Li, 750i/Li and 760i/Li; 2007-2008 BMW Alpina B7; 2004-2010 BMW 645i
and 650i; and 2004-2010 BMW 545i and 550i. The recall also includes 2003-2010
Rolls Royce Phantom models. The automaker said the Rolls-Royce Ghost is not
affected.
BMW said it had prepared an inspection-and-repair
procedure and would distribute replacement parts throughout its North American
dealer network. Owners will be notified by mail in the coming weeks and asked to
schedule an appointment with their dealer to check their vehicle.
The company said drivers who experience reduce
power braking assistance should immediately schedule a service appointment.
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JULY
2010 --
BMW is recalling certain 2010 and 2011 5-Series and 5-Series Gran Turismo
passenger vehicles manufactured from January 12 through July 1, 2010. The
vehicle's fuel level sensor within the fuel tank can become wedged against the
tank. If this occurs, the fuel gauge in the instrument cluster would display a
larger amount of fuel than was actually in the tank. As a result, if the tank
became empty, the vehicle could stall increasing the risk of a crash. BMW has
not yet provided the agency with a remedy plan and notification schedule.
10V-331
JUNE 2010 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 X5 SAV and X6 SAV passenger vehicles
manufactured from April 1 through May 8, 2010. The tire label does not conform
to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire
Selection and Rims." The vehicles are equipped with 20-inchwheels, but the label
states that the vehicles were equipped with 19-inch wheels and the stated
tirepressure is incorrect for the equipped wheels. Improper tire inflation can
result in premature tire failure or reduced vehicle handling performance, either
of which can increase the risk of a crash. BMW will notify owners and provide
correct labels free of charge. The owner will have the option to affix the label
themselves or they may take their vehicle to a BMW dealer who will affix the
label for them at no cost. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with
a notification schedule. 10V-233
JUNE 2010 --
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 1-Series vehicles. In a
crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the front pre-tensioner and
load-limiter occurs. The insulation around the pretensioner could ignite. The
manufacturer has not yet provided a remedy or an owner notification schedule for
this campaign. 10V-254
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NEWS: Feds
investigating BMW Z4 for steering problems
USA TODAY -- July 3, 2010 --
The government is opening
investigations into possible
power steering problems in
Mazda3 passenger cars and
BMW Z4 sports cars.
The National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration has
opened investigations of
possible loss of power
steering in more than
290,000 Mazda3 sedans from
the 2007-2009 model years
and nearly 50,000 BMW Z4
sports cars from the
2003-2005 model years.
NHTSA said it has 33
steering complaints for the
Mazda3's and reports of
three crashes tied to the
problem. It has received 107
complaints for the Z4 and
one crash report.
Depending on the findings,
NHTSA probes may or may not
lead to recalls.
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APRIL 2010 -- BMW is recalling certain model
year 2010 X5 M SAV vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and
Associated Equipment," These vehicle's were equipped with side marker lamps, but
not the power supply cables leading to the lamps. As a result, the side marker
lamps do not illuminate. These vehicles do notcomply with requirements of FMVSS
No. 108. BMW has not yet provided a remedy or an owner notification schedule for
this campaign. . 10V-152
FEBRUARY 2010 --
BMW is recalling certain
model year 2009-2010
7-Series and model year 2010
550i Grand Turismo vehicles
for failing to comply with
the requirements of Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 110 "Tire
Selection and Rims." These
vehicle's are equipped with
a tire pressure label
indicating that the
vehicle's seating capacity
is five (5) passengers. The
actual seating capacity is
four (4) passengers. The
tire size, tire pressure,
and vehicle capacity weight
on the label are correct.
The tire label does not
conform to FMVSS 110. BMW
has not yet provided a
remedy or an owner
notification schedule for
this campaign. 10V-047
DECEMBER 2009 -
BMW is recalling certain
model year 2010 Mini cooper
and Cooper S vehicles for
failing comply with the
requirements of Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 110, "Tire
Selection and Rims." The
affected vehicles were
equipped with 17 inch
wheels, but their label
states that they were
equipped with 16 inch
wheels. Also the tire
pressure stated on the label
for the cooper s is
incorrect. Erroneous tire
information could lead to
improper tire fitment and
inflation which could affect
the durability of the tire
and the stability of the
vehicle, increasing the risk
of a crash. Dealers will
mail to consumers the
corrected label or the
customer will have the
option for dealers to
install the label free of
charge. The recall is
expected to begin during
January 2010. 09V-474
AUGUST 2009 --
BMW is
recalling certain model year
2009 Z4 30i and 35i vehicles
manufactured between March
10 and March 19, 2009. A
defective crimp connector in
a belt tensioner wiring plug
may lead to increased
electrical resistance of
that connection. Increased
electrical resistance in
that circuit could cause the
safety belt tensioner to
fail to deploy in a crash,
possibly resulting in
increased injury to the seat
occupant. The manufacturer
has not yet provided the
agency with a remedy or
notification schedule.
09V-327
JULY 2009 -- BMW is
recalling MY 2009 X5 and X6
vehicles. The rear brake
discs may not have been
manufactured according to
specifications. As a result,
a reduction in braking
performance at the affected
rear wheel could occur. In
an extreme case, the
affected rear brake disc
could break resulting in a
loss of braking at that
wheel increasing stopping
distances and the risk of a
crash. BMW will notify
owners and will repair the
vehicles by inspecting the
rear brake discs and, if
necessary, replace them free
of charge. The safety recall
is expected to begin during
August 2009.
09V-255
JULY
2009 -- BMW is
recalling 2,350 MY 2008
1-Series and 3- Series
passenger cars. Incorrect
crimp connectors may have
been used on the side air
bag and belt tensioner
wiring. As a result
sufficient contact between
the crimp connectors and the
corresponding plug may not
occur which could lead to an
increase in the electrical
resistance of that
connection. The side air bag
and/or the safety belt
tensioner may not deploy in
a crash and an occupantmay
not be properly protected,
increasing the risk of
injuries or death. BMW will
notify owners and repair the
vehicles free of charge. The
safety recall is expected to
begin during August 2009.
09V-257
APRIL 2009 -- BMW is recalling 12 MY 2009
mini cooper convertible
vehicles. These vehicles
fail to comply with the
requirements of Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 110, "Tire
Selection and Rims." The
issue involves the vehicle
tires and tire pressure
label. The affected vehicles
were equipped with 15-inch
wheels instead of 16-inch
wheels, therefore, the tire
label does not correspond to
the tires on the vehicle as
required by FMVSS 110.
Failure to follow proper
vehicle loading
specifications or misprint
label could increase the
risk of a crash. Dealers
will replace the tires with
16-inch wheels free of
charge. The recall is
expected to begin during May
2009. Owners may
contact BMW at
1-866-646-4772.
09V-143
DECEMBER
2008 -- BMW is recalling
28,450 MY 2007 and 2008 Mini
Cooper S vehicles. The
centrally located tailpipe
extension protrudes slightly
beyond the rear bumper and
inadvertent contact may
occur with a person's leg.
If the tailpipe is hot when
contact occurs, the person's
leg can be burned. Dealers
will replace the tailpipe
extension with a new shorter
tailpipe free of charge. The
recall is expected to begin
in January 2009. . This
recall was the subject of an
Engineering Analysis,
EA08-020, conducted by the
Office of Defects
Investigation. 08V-657
NOVEMBER
2008 -- BMW is recalling
2,500 MY 2008-2009 M3
passenger vehicles with an
optional double clutch
transmission. The problem
involves the double clutch
gearbox. In a situation of
rapid vehicle deceleration,
the transmission software
may perform a multistage
downshift. In that
situation, at low vehicle
speeds, it is possible for
the engine to stall
increasing the risk of a
crash. Dealers will
reprogram the engine and
transmission electronic
control unit with updated
software free of charge. The
recall is expected to begin
during December 2008.
08V595
MAY 2008
-- BMW is recalling 55
MY 2008 X5 sports utility
vehicles for problems with
the rear axle stabilizer
(anti-sway bar). These
vehicles were equipped with
a sports-suspension
stabilizer rather than a
standard suspension
stabilizer on the rear axle.
In certain driving
conditions, such as fast
lane changes at high speed,
the vehicle could experience
an 'over-steer' behavior
affecting vehicle handling
and control, which could
increase the risk of a
crash. Dealers will replace
the rear axle stabilizer.
The recall is expected to
begin during May 2008.
Owners may contact BMW at
1-800-831-1117 or via e-mail
to CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
08V-170
AUGUST
2008 -- BMW is recalling
200,000 MY 2006 3 Series
(sport seat), MY 2004-2006 5
Series (standard and sport
seat), and MY 2004-2006 X3
passenger vehicles. A
fatigue failure of the front
passenger seat occupant
detection mat can occur. If
this happens, the front
passenger air bags, with the
exception of the head
protection system, will be
deactivated and the air bag
warning lamp as well as the
passenger air bag "on-off"
lamp will be illuminated. In
this situation the front
passenger air bags will not
deploy even if a
sufficiently severe accident
would occur and occupant
protection provided by the
system would not be
possible. Dealers will
rework the front passenger
seat sensor mat so that
external force application
to the seat does not cause a
crack to the mat. The recall
is expected to begin during
late September 2008. BMW
will also extend the
warranty on these vehicles
to 10 years from first
registration without any
mileage limit. Owners may
contact BMW at
1-800-525-7417. BMW is
extending the warranty to 10
years from first
registration without any
mileage limit to the
following vehicles: MY 2006
6-Series, 3-Series (standard
seat), MY 2004-2005 Z4, MY
2004-2006 7-Series, MY 2006
X5, and MY 2004-2006
5-Series (comfort seat).
Under the extended warranty
program, the occupant
detection mat in a vehicle
that experiences this
specific issue will be
replaced at no charge to the
customer. This recall was
the subject of an
Engineering Analysis,
EA08-001, conducted by the
Office of Defects
Investigation. 08V384
NOVEMBER
2007 -- BMW is recalling 320 MY 2007 Mini
Cooper and Cooper S convertible vehicles for failing to comply
with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." The standard requires that
the tire size and corresponding tire pressure be indicated on
the label and the label does not correspond to the actual tires
mounted on the vehicle. Tire pressure that is too high can cause
premature wear and tire damage which could lead to unfavorable
driving conditions increasing the risk of a crash. Owners will
be provided with new tire information placards and installation
instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the
label for them. The recall is expected to begin during December
2007. 07V-533
OCTOBER
2007 -- BMW is recalling
29,250 MY 2006-2007 550I,
650I coupe and convertible
and MY 2007 X5 4.8I
passenger vehicles equipped
with V8 engines. In
conditions of below freezing
temperatures combined with
low humidity, it is possible
for electrostatic discharge
to occur at the fuel rails.
If this were to occur, the
engine electronic control
unit (ECU) could be affected
resulting in engine
stalling. If stalling were
to occur, the driver may not
be able to maintain vehicle
speed or accelerate and the
power steering could fail
increasing the risk of a
crash. Dealers will attach
two ground cables in the
engine compartment. The
recall is expected to begin
during November 2007.
07V-479
BMW is recalling 6,595 MY 2007 X5
passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements
of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Passenger Car
Brake Systems." The cap of the brake fluid reservoir has been
designed in order to recognize a low fluid level of the
hydraulic brake system by triggering a red warning lamp in the
instrument cluster. A switch that is attached to this cap could
malfunction at high temperatures. If this happened, the red
warning lamp in the instrument cluster would not be activated.
Failure of the hydraulic brake system may cause increased
stopping distances which could result in a crash. Dealers will
replace the cap of the brake fluid reservoir. The manufacturer
has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. 07V-391
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NEWS:
BMW Recalls 200,000
Vehicles for Airbag Failures
Extends airbag warranty
for some models
ConsumerAffairs.com --
August 13, 2008 -- BMW is
recalling 200,000 cars and
small SUVs because the front
passenger-side airbag could
fail.
The National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA)
warned that in some of the
recalled BMWs it is possible
that "the front passenger
airbags will not deploy even
if a sufficiently severe
accident would occur."
The recalled BMWs include
the 2004 to 2005 5-Series
standard and sport seat
models, the 2004 to 2006 X3
and the 2006 3-Series with
sport seats.
NHTSA reported on its Web
site that the passenger-side
airbags can deactivate
because of wear associated
with a passenger getting in
and out of the vehicle.
"Depending on the manner and
frequency of the front
passenger's entry and exit,
small cracks have developed
in the (sensor) mat. If this
occurs, the front passenger
airbags, with the exception
of the head protection
system, will be
deactivated," the agency
warned.
BMW dealers will repair the
sensor system in the
passenger seat when the
recall begins in late
September. BMW will extend
the warranty for airbags on
the recalled vehicles "to 10
years from the first
registration without any
mileage limit," according to
NHTSA.
The warranty extension
covers the 2006 6-Series,
3-Series with a standard
seat, 2004 to 2005 Z4, 2004
to 2006 7-Series, 2006 X5
and 2004 to 2006 5-Series
with a comfort seat.
"Under the extended warranty
program, the occupant
detection mat in a vehicle
that experiences this
specific issue will be
replaced at not charge to
the customer," NHTSA advises
on its Web site.
NHTSA began investigating
airbags failures in the BMW
earlier this year when the
Office of Defect
Investigation reported that
"the passenger frontal
airbag may malfunction and
render the passenger airbag
inoperative."
The models included in the
initial investigation were
the 2004 to 2006 BMW 5 and 7
series sedans, Z4
convertibles and X3 SUVs, as
well as 2006 BMW 3 and 6
series cars and X5 SUVs.
NHTSA reported "729
non-duplicating owner
reports and 23,739
non-duplicating warranty
claims" prompted the
investigation or engineering
analysis.
BMW owners can contact the
automaker at 1-800-525-7417
or NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY 1-800-424-9153).
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