Component
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
The sidewall of your tire is the part that keeps its air from leaking out. In some 18-inch tires on your M5 or 7-Series, a machine at the factory may have damaged the sidewall, making it more likely to lose air suddenly.
Risk if Unfixed
If a tire loses air suddenly, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a serious crash. Driving could become extremely difficult, and you might not be able to stop or steer safely.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect your tires and replace any damaged ones for free. If you've already taken your vehicle in and haven't received the repair, contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117 to follow up.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 18-INCH TIRES. (18-INCH TIRES ARE STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE M5 AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ON THE 7-SERIES MODELS). THE MACHINE USED TO MOUNT AND INFLATE THE TIRES ON THE WHEELS AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE SIDEWALL OF ONE OR MORE TIRES. THE DAMAGED AREA COULD WEAKEN TO THE POINT WHERE A SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR FROM THE TIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
HANDLING AND CONTROL WOULD BE DRASTICALLY AFFECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIRES AND IF DAMAGE FROM THE MOUNTING MACHINE IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 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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