Recall 98V-275
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 1999 BMW Z3: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-275
- Reported
- November 3, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 1,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The nut that secures the main positive cable to the positive battery terminal clamp was not tightened properly, allowing the cable to loosen over time. If this occurred, the cable could ultimately loosen to the point where electrical continuity could be interrupted.
The risk
If this occured while the engine was running, the engine could stop. Also, if the vehicle were being operated at night, the lighting system could shut off, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the nut to the proper specifications.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began november 30, 1998.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]).
Affected vehicles
- BMW Z3 1999