Recall 99V-004
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 1999 BMW 540I and 4 other models: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-004
- Reported
- January 4, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 1,615 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The thickness of the main positive electrical cable (generator to starter) insulation is less than specified, making it susceptible to being abraded or cut by the clip that secures the cable to the generator.
The risk
The cable insulation can be worn away, exposing the wire. The wire could contact the clip or a short circuit could occur.
The fix
Dealers will apply a thickness of insulating tape to the cable in the area of the clip, and install a revised clip.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began february 26, 1999.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 540I 1999
- BMW 540IA 1999
- BMW 540IAT 1999
- BMW 740IA 1999
- BMW 740ILA 1999