Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The bulb holder in your rear taillights is the part that keeps your brake, turn signal, and reverse lights shining bright. Over time, it can wear out and cause your lights to flicker or go out.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rear lights don't work right, it's harder for other drivers to see you and understand what you're doing on the road. This could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will swap out the worn-out bulb holders for new ones, free of charge. Just schedule the repair when you get the recall notice, and it'll be done at no cost to you.
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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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