Recall 04V-182
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 2003 to 2004 BMW Z4: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, fuel pump).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-182
- Reported
- April 12, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 13,769 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, under certain environmental conditions, a vapor lock in the fuel pump could occur causing the engine to stall. If this were to happen, the engine would not be able to be restarted for approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
The risk
If stalling were to occur, the driver would be unable to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a resistor in the electrical line powering the fuel pump in order to prevent an occurrence of vapor lock. The recall began may 11, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- BMW Z4 2003 to 2004