Recall 00V-383
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 2001 BMW 325I and 1 other model: Wheels (rim).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 00V-383
- Reported
- November 20, 2000
- Vehicles affected
- 1,914 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the inner rim flange of the wheels.
The risk
This could lead to a sudden loss of air from the tire affecting handling and vehicle control.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the five wheels for possible damage. If damage from the mounting machine is found on any wheel, all five wheels will be replaced.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began december 22, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).