Recall 11V438000: 2005 BMW 325I, 2005 BMW 325XI, 2005 BMW 330I +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 26, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 241,000
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
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.
The risk
Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions. This could cause a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on february 15, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2005 BMW 325I
- 2005 BMW 325XI
- 2005 BMW 330I
- 2005 BMW 330XI
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V438000
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Feb 15, 2012
- Components
- Exterior lighting:brake lights (Lighting); Exterior lighting:tail lights (Lighting); Exterior lighting:turn signal (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology