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NHTSA recall 79V001000

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage

BMW 320

Reported Jan 12, 19794,229 vehicles affectedBAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKEBuilt Oct 1, 1978 – Dec 1, 1978

The defect

To prevent vapor lock, an auxiliary fuel pump IS incorporated in the fuel delivery system. The wiring connections at the auxiliary fuel pump may not make proper contact, rendering the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative. Driving under conditions of extremely high altitude, high temperatures, or fuel contamination, with the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative could allow vapor bubbles to form. This may lead to rough engine running and possible engine stalling.

The remedy

Dealer will have the wiring connections to the auxiliary fuel pump soldered at no cost to owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

BMW 320
1979

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel pump connectors.consequences of defect: under certain traffic conditions, engine stalling mayconstitute a potential hazard and can result in a vehicle accident.note: hesitation or rough engine operation during normal driving are indicatorsof vapor lock. If these symptoms occur, drivers are advised to leave thetraffic flow and park in a safe area for 20-30 minutes to allow the engine tocool before continuing to drive.