Recalls are issued for cars with safety-related defects or problems
BMW 535i
For Models:
BMW 525i, BMW 525xi, BMW 528i, BMW 528xi, BMW 530i, BMW 530xi, BMW 535i, BMW 535i xDrive, BMW 535xi, BMW 550i, BMW 645Ci, BMW 650i, BMW M5, BMW M6
Electrical & Lights, March 23, 2012
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The insulated connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. Loosening of the connection can cause an increase in electrical resistance and overheating of the cable connection, which could lead to a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary to correct this concern.
For Models:
BMW 318i, BMW 318is, BMW 325i, BMW 325is, BMW 525i, BMW 530i, BMW 535i, BMW 540i, BMW 735i, BMW 850CSi, BMW 850Ci, BMW 850i, BMW M3, BMW M5
Engine, March 31, 1999
Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT, SUCH AS A THERMOSTAT, WATER PUMP, OR FAN BELT, CAN RESULT IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND SYSTEM PRESSURE. IF THE INDICATIONS OF A CRITICAL OVERHEATING CONDITION IS NOT NOTICED BY THE DRIVER, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT DAMAGE TO, OR FAILURE OF, A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT COULD OCCUR.
For Models:
BMW 325i, BMW 325is, BMW 525i, BMW 530i, BMW 535i, BMW 540i, BMW 735i, BMW 735iL, BMW 740i, BMW 740iL, BMW M3
Brakes, September 30, 1996
Summary:
THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CAN FAIL ALLOWING THE SWITCH TO REMAIN IN THE "BRAKE LIGHTS OFF" POSITION OR IN THE "BRAKE LIGHTS ON" POSITION.
For Models:
BMW 318i, BMW 318is, BMW 325i, BMW 325is, BMW 525i, BMW 535i, BMW 735i, BMW 735iL, BMW 750iL, BMW 850i, BMW M5
Body, Interior & Misc., September 30, 1996
Summary:
THE AIR BAG CONTACT RING LOCKING TAB LOCATED IN THE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN BREAK WITHOUT WARNING.
For Models:
BMW 318i, BMW 318is, BMW 325i, BMW 325iX, BMW 325is, BMW 525i, BMW 535i, BMW 735i
Engine, June 25, 1994
Summary:
FEED FUEL HOSES CAN HARDEN AND "SET" OVER TIME, ALLOWING A SEEPAGE OF FUEL AT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE HOSE AND THE ENGINE FITTING. THE CLAMP USED TO HOLD THE HOSE TO THE FITTING IS UNABLE TO COMPENSATE FOR THE HARDENING OF THE FEED FUEL HOSE.
For Models:
BMW 535i, BMW 735i
Drive Train, September 11, 1992
Summary:
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A THROTTLE HOUSING ON WHICH THE THROTTLE VALVE SHAFT RETAINING NUT WAS NOT SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED.
For Models:
BMW 525i, BMW 535i, BMW 735i, BMW 750iL
Body, Interior & Misc., March 8, 1990
Summary:
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, FRONT SEAT CENTER, FOLD-DOWN ARM REST MAY CONTACT THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE RELEASE BUTTON AND PREVENTING THE BELT TONGUE FROM LATCHING WHEN BUCKLING UP.