Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The taillights on your 2008-2010 BMW are controlled by a special connector that can wear out over time. This can cause one or more of the lights to stop working, like the brake lights, turn signals, or reverse lights.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lights flicker or go out, you may have trouble warning other drivers about your intentions, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty light bulb carriers with new ones at no cost to you. Just wait for a notification from BMW and follow the instructions to schedule the 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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