NHTSA recall 07V479000
Engine and engine cooling
BMW 550I and 2 more
Reported Oct 12, 200729,250 vehicles affectedBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLCBuilt Aug 26, 2005 – Jun 14, 2007
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
The remedy
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.