Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The tail lights on your BMW are connected to the car's electrical system. Over time, the connections can wear out, causing the lights to malfunction or not work at all.
Risk if Unfixed
If the taillights don't work properly, you might not be able to signal your intentions to other drivers, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the faulty bulb carriers at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification when it's time to bring your car in for 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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