Date: 06.09.2007
Component: Equipment
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Description:
Certain aftermarket bmw bike carriers, p/n 82110393954, sold for use on my 2005 bmw x3 and x5 vehicles. a pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the hitch style bicycle rack.
Consequencs:
When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch point has the potential of causing a severe injury to the user's finger or hand.
Notes:
Bmw will notify owners and provide a repair kit along with repair instructions free of charge. the recall began on september 13, 2007. owners can contact bmw customer relations and services toll-free at 800-831-1117.
Date: 12.11.2013
Component: Air Bags
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Description:
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750li, and 760li sedans, and model year 2006 x5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. the front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Consequencs:
Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Notes:
Bmw will notify owners with an interim notification letter in january 2014 since parts are not currently available. when parts are available, bmw sent a second letter in august and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 series with standard seats, 5 series with comfort seats, and z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at
[email protected].
Date: 12.11.2013
Component: Air Bags > Frontal > Sensor/control Module
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Description:
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750li, and 760li sedans, and model year 2006 x5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. the front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Consequencs:
Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Notes:
Bmw will notify owners with an interim notification letter in january 2014 since parts are not currently available. when parts are available, bmw sent a second letter in august and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 series with standard seats, 5 series with comfort seats, and z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at
[email protected].
Date: 19.08.2011
Component: Fuel System, Diesel > Pre-heater
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Description:
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2009 x5 xdrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from october 1, 2008, through june 12, 2009. the fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
Consequencs:
The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. the unit could also overheat, possibly leading to a vehicle fire.
Notes:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater free of charge. the safety recall began on october 11, 2011. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Date: 12.10.2007
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Description:
On certain vehicles equipped with v8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. if this were to occur, the engine electronic control unit (ecu) could be affected so that engine stalling could result.
Consequencs:
If stalling were to occur, the driver may not be able to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate and the power steering could fail increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will attach two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. the recall began on october 29, 2007. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
