NHTSA recall 11V438000
Exterior lighting › Brake lights
BMW 325I and 3 more
Reported Aug 26, 2011241,000 vehicles affectedBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLCBuilt Sep 1, 2001 – Mar 1, 2005
The defect
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 remedy
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 1-800-525-7417.
Exterior lighting › Brake lightsExterior lighting › Tail lightsExterior lighting › Turn signal