Recall 11V-438
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2002 to 2005 BMW 325I and 3 other models: Exterior lighting (turn signal); Exterior lighting (brake lights); Exterior lighting (tail lights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 11V-438
- Reported
- August 26, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 241,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .