POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Manufacturer
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's clutch pedal and accelerator pedal could interact in a way that causes the engine to speed up unexpectedly, which could lead to a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly and cause a crash, which could result in injury or damage.
Free Fix
You should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117 to schedule a free reprogramming of your vehicle's digital engine management control unit to fix this issue.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH 3.0 L ENGINES AND MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, IF THE VEHICLE IS IN FIRST GEAR, AND MOVING SLOWLY, WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HELD IN A CONSTANT POSITION OF LOW ENGINE SPEED AND WITH THE CLUTCH PEDAL HELD IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION, ENGINE SPEED MAY INCREASE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE VEHICLE COULD ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
The fuel line that brings fuel from the tank to your engine might have been attached incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, your engine might stall while driving, which could lead to a crash, especially in heavy traffic or on uneven roads.
Free Fix
BMW will inspect and reattach the fuel line for free, and they'll take care of it at a time that's convenient for you. Just call them at 1-800-831-1117 to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE IN-TANK FUEL LINE MAY HAVE BEEN ATTACHED INCORRECTLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
ENGINE STALLING COULD OCCUR, EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE'S FUEL GAUGE INDICATES THAT FUEL IS PRESENT IN THE TANK. DEPENDING UPON TRAFFIC AND ROAD CONDITIONS, THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE IN-TANK SUCTION JET PUMP FUEL LINE AND IF NECESSARY, REATTACH ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. THIS RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 9, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
Your vehicle's digital engine management system didn't get built correctly, which is causing problems with your transmission and power steering.
Risk if Unfixed
If you don't get it fixed, your engine might stall after a short drive, you might not be able to restart it, and you could lose power steering and brake power assist - which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
We'll replace the faulty engine management control unit for free. Just contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117 to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8 AND 12 CYLINDER ENGINES, THE DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL (EMC) UNITS WERE NOT PRODUCED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AS A RESULT, ENGINE STALLING WILL OCCUR AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF OPERATION. THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RESTART. ALSO, A LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND, AFTER REPEATED ACTUATION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL, A LOSS OF BRAKE POWER ASSIST WILL OCCUR.
THESE CONDITIONS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Your vehicle's drivetrain bolts might not be tightened properly, which could lead to damage and safety issues.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts become loose, they could damage your engine and transmission, making it hard to control your vehicle, which could cause a crash.
Free Fix
We'll inspect and tighten the bolts for free at the dealership. You can schedule an appointment by calling BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL, THE RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT HOUSING FLANGE AT THE ENGINE, AND THE RIGHT-HAND ENGINE SUPPORT MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITH PROLONGED DRIVING, THESE BOLTS COULD BECOME LOOSE, CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOUSINGS. THE RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT COULD BECOME DISCONNECTED, AFFECTING THE ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RETIGHTEN THE DRIVETRAIN FASTENERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 28, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
