Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V407000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V407000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and m5 passenger cars manufactured from march 1, 2007, through december 31, 2009 Includes 134,100 affected units, Tail light Failure, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and m5 passenger cars manufactured from march 1, 2007, through december 31, 2009

Defect Summary

Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and m5 passenger cars manufactured from march 1, 2007, through december 31, 2009. over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V407000
Report Received Date: 2013-09-11T00:00:00
Subject: Tail light failure
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 134,100

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and m5 passenger cars manufactured from march 1, 2007, through december 31, 2009. over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).
Consequence Summary: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 76.48

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NHTSA ID: 13V407000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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