SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer
CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
What Happened
The master cylinder is a crucial part that helps control your brakes. Certain Cardone master cylinders used in your vehicle might have a faulty seal that can leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seal fails, brake fluid can leak out, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This could lead to a vehicle crash, especially in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Cardone will replace your faulty master cylinder with a new one or give you a refund, free of charge. You should contact Cardone at 1-800-777-4780 to schedule the repair or get a refund.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
The airbag in your passenger seat is a safety device that deploys in a crash to cushion your head and chest. In certain models, this airbag's inflator could rupture and spray sharp metal fragments at high speed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator explodes, metal shards could fly towards you or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation, and you should take it seriously.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a safe one, completely free of charge. You'll receive a notification with instructions on when and where to schedule the repair.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The passenger side air bag in your vehicle is a safety feature that inflates in a crash to protect you. But in some 2000-2006 BMW models, this air bag could rupture and cause metal shards to fly out and hurt you or your passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag ruptures, sharp metal fragments could fly out and seriously injure you or your passengers in the event of a crash. This is a serious safety risk that could cause severe injuries.
Free Fix
Don't drive your vehicle until it's been repaired. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty air bag with a new one, free of charge. You'll receive a notice with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-2006 330i sedans, coupes, and convertibles; 2001-2005 330xi sedans; and 2001-2006 M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the air bag inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator resulting in metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners in September 2014. A second notice was mailed when an adequate supply of parts became available, on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The driver's side air bag in your vehicle is a safety device that inflates in the event of a collision. In certain models, a faulty air bag component could let water in, causing it to rupture and potentially send sharp metal fragments into the driver or other passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
In a severe crash, the air bag could fail to deploy properly, or even rupture, sending metal shards into you or your passengers. This could lead to serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty air bag module with a new one, free of charge. Don't drive your vehicle until it's been repaired, and schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i Sedan, and 530i Sedans, and 540i and 525i Sportswagons, and 2003 X5 3.0i and 4.4i Sports Activity Vehicles. Please note that the 5-series and X5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began Aug 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-348 in its entirety. Additionally, vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously as part of a recall remedy need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. Note: On December 17, 2015 BMW removed the model year 2004 X5 3.0i and 4.4i Sports Activity vehicle from this recall. Those vehicles were mistakenly identified as including the air bags that are subject to this recall.
Your vehicle's passenger side airbag is designed to protect you in case of a front-end collision. But in some 2002-2003 BMW models, the airbag's inflator might burst and send sharp metal shards flying, putting you or other passengers at risk of serious injury.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag deploys in a crash, the inflator could burst and send sharp metal pieces into the passenger area, potentially causing serious injury to you or others in the vehicle.
Free Fix
Don't drive your vehicle until it's fixed. BMW will contact you in June to let you know about the issue, and once the replacement parts are available in July, they'll send you a second notice to schedule a free repair at your local BMW dealership.
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Original — What Happened
BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans; 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles; 325iT and 325xiT Sports Wagons; and M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure causing the inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW intends to issue initial notifications to owners informing them of the safety defect in June 2013. Once replacement parts are available, estimated for July, BMW will notify owners again to contact their dealers and schedule a replacement of the passenger air bag, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The tail lights on your BMW are affected by a problem in the electrical contacts that can cause one or more lights to stop working. This includes the brake light, turn signal, and tail light.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lights fail, you won't be able to warn other drivers of your intentions, which could lead to a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will fix the issue for free. They'll repair the problem and ensure your tail lights work properly, so you can drive safely.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
INTERMITTENT LIGHT OPERATION REDUCES THE ABILITY TO WARN OTHER MOTORISTS OF THE DRIVER'S INTENTIONS. THIS COULD CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — 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.
The anti-pinching device in your power windows helps prevent your window from closing on your fingers. In certain vehicles, this device might not work correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the device fails, you or a passenger could get hurt when a window closes suddenly while you're trying to roll it up.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect the device and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Schedule the service as soon as you get the recall notice and make sure to get the fix done within a reasonable time.
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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE WINDOW LIFTING ANTI-PINCHING DEVICE MIGHT NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
OCCUPANTS COULD BE PINCHED BY A WINDOW THAT IS BEING CLOSED.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FOR THE WINDOW LIFTING ANTI-PINCHING DEVICE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 27, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
The idle speed control system in your vehicle helps keep the engine running smoothly when you're stopped. In some 2003 models, this system can malfunction, causing the engine to rev up to 1,300 RPM when the vehicle is stationary.
Risk if Unfixed
When this happens, if you shift into gear, you might feel like the vehicle is being pushed or accelerated unexpectedly. This could be unsettling and might make it harder to control the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will reprogram the computer that controls the engine, so it runs smoothly and quietly. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice, ideally by May 5, 2003.
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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT WAGON VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, AND THE VEHICLE AT REST, AN INCREASE OF ENGINE IDLE SPEED (UP TO 1,300 RPM) MAY OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF A GEAR IS SELECTED, THE DRIVER MAY FEEL AS IF THE VEHICLE IS BEING PUSHED.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 5, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
