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2008 BMW 5 Series EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Safety Recalls

Moderate #13V407000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The taillights in your vehicle have electrical contacts that can wear out over time, causing the lights to flicker or stop working.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your taillights might not work properly, making it harder for other drivers to know when you're braking or turning. This could increase your risk of being involved in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the taillight bulb carriers with new ones at no charge to you. You'll receive a notification about the recall, and you should contact the dealer to schedule the free repair.
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Original — What Happened
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).
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Other BMW 5 Series 2008 Recalls

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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
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2003
2 recalls
2002
4 recalls
2001
4 recalls
2000
2 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2008 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 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS recall for the 2008 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #13V407000)

The taillights in your vehicle have electrical contacts that can wear out over time, causing the lights to flicker or stop working. If this happens, your taillights might not work properly, making it harder for other drivers to know when you're braking or turning. This could increase your risk of being involved in a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the taillight bulb carriers with new ones at no charge to you. You'll receive a notification about the recall, and you should contact the dealer to schedule the free repair.