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2002 BMW 5 Series TIRES Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: High Priority

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TIRES Safety Recalls

High Priority #01V352000 Plain English
Component

TIRES:SIDEWALL

Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
The sidewall of your tire is the part that keeps the air inside. In certain 2020-2021 models with Continental tires, a sharp edge during the mounting process might have cut the sidewall, which could slowly let air out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tire loses too much air, it could affect how your vehicle handles and responds to steering. In extreme cases, this could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect all five tires for damage. If they find a cut in the sidewall, they'll replace the tire for free. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer, and if there's a delay, call BMW at 1-800-831-1117. This timing describes the original 2001 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: DURING THE TIRE MOUNTING PROCESS ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH STANDARD (NON-SPORT) SUSPENSION AND EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTITOURINGCONTACT CH95 ECOPLUS TIRES, SIZE 225/65R16 95H, HAVING DOT CODES 4001, 4101, OR 4201, THE OUTER SIDEWALL SURFACE OF THE TIRES MAY HAVE BEEN CUT BY A SHARP EDGE. OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE OVER A LONG PERIOD OF TIME COULD LEAD TO A REDUCTION OF INFLATION PRESSURE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
CONTINUED DRIVING WITH LOW INFLATION PRESSURE IN THE TIRE COULD ULTIMATELY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE TIRE, AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING AND CONTROL, AND COULD IN SOME CASES RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT ALL FIVE TIRES FOR A POSSIBLE CUT IN THE SIDEWALL, AND IF A CUT IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2001. 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.
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Other BMW 5 Series 2002 Recalls

AIR BAGS
2 recalls
SUSPENSION
1 recall

Other BMW 5 Series Years

2025
4 recalls
2024
6 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
5 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
7 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
7 recalls
2015
4 recalls
2014
6 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
5 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2003
2 recalls
2001
4 recalls
2000
2 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2002 BMW 5 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the TIRES:SIDEWALL recall for the 2002 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #01V352000)

The sidewall of your tire is the part that keeps the air inside. In certain 2020-2021 models with Continental tires, a sharp edge during the mounting process might have cut the sidewall, which could slowly let air out. If the tire loses too much air, it could affect how your vehicle handles and responds to steering. In extreme cases, this could lead to a crash. Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect all five tires for damage. If they find a cut in the sidewall, they'll replace the tire for free. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer, and if there's a delay, call BMW at 1-800-831-1117. This timing describes the original 2001 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.