Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V479000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V479000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 29,250 affected units, ENGINE ELECTRONICS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V479000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2007-10-12T00:00:00

Subject: Engine electronics

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 29,250

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V479000

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