N54 HPFP recall issues get national news coverage - Page 8 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

335iseb · 10-26-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by MusclezMarinara

New one is 943

what about the software version? Anybody know what the newest one is?

scrufy · 10-26-2010, 11:30 AM

Did everyone miss this from page 2?
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"BMW admitted to ABC News that it wasn't until March of this year, four years after these cars were introduced, that it finally found a fix: a properly working fuel pump. "We were making changes but we also had to see and make sure that they were actually reliable in the field," said Baloga.

Still, even after March, BMW did not tell customers to come in and replace the potentially defective fuel pumps. Instead, they allowed drivers to get a new part if and only after the old one failed. "
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What they are saying is the new pump is the fix... so were still screwed.

dsbj · 10-26-2010, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scrufy

Did everyone miss this from page 2?
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"BMW admitted to ABC News that it wasn't until March of this year, four years after these cars were introduced, that it finally found a fix: a properly working fuel pump. "We were making changes but we also had to see and make sure that they were actually reliable in the field," said Baloga.

Still, even after March, BMW did not tell customers to come in and replace the potentially defective fuel pumps. Instead, they allowed drivers to get a new part if and only after the old one failed. "
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What they are saying is the new pump is the fix... so were still screwed.

933? 943? Either? What was wrong with it anyway? I have a 943 IIRC. Fingers crossed that it, along with the software update, was the magical fix.

335iseb · 10-26-2010, 11:39 AM

From what I gather through google is that the 943 pump has been in the works from late last year. First post about the new pump being installed I found as far back as January 19th, 2010 so it's not that very new in terms of hardware since it was probably built in 2009. The 943 pump had failed on the guy who had it installed after just 1 month.......so unless we have a newer pump than the 943 it might minimize the failures but it's probably not the "end all" fix we're all waiting for.

bryce · 10-26-2010, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by shockin330i

You'll get a new one.. :dunno:

the 933 is a remanufactured version of the same exact pump. i hope bmw doesn't think throwing re-built pumps at the issue will make it go away

Quote:

Originally Posted by MusclezMarinara

New one is 943

wrong again. you should probably just stop posting in this thread. teh NEWEST pump is the 933, it came out in march.

MusclezMarinara · 10-26-2010, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bryce

the 933 is a remanufactured version of the same exact pump. i hope bmw doesn't think throwing re-built pumps at the issue will make it go away

wrong again. you should probably just stop posting in this thread. teh NEWEST pump is the 933, it came out in march.

Sorry

933 is the new remand pump

Software updates if you already have the NEWEST 933

Alan l. · 10-26-2010, 11:48 AM

My buddy that works at BMW confirmed that the 933 is the latest and greatest. He said you can tell on the part number stamped on the actual fuel pump whether its a re-manufactured pump or a brand new one. He told me how to tell but i forgot

It was some number that was lazer printed on the actual hpfp, not the part number on the box.

I got a new 933 pump according to him and he said the version i just got came out in august/sept. Not sure how accurate this is but he changes hpfp all day so i would think he knows what he's talking about.

Here are some pics of the pump that i got (this one was going into a 535)

twinship · 10-26-2010, 11:50 AM

Here's BMW's press release: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=447262

The important part: "Based on the individual service history of the vehicle, the action will entail replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump and/or a software update."

As I read it, this means they plan to continue doing exactly what they've been doing all along. Nothing about a new pump, just more of the same.

MusclezMarinara · 10-26-2010, 11:52 AM

But see the thing is that its in conjunction with the new HPFP and the software coding to make things work together..as i said previously....I have the old pump and the new software and have had no more issues after my low pressure sensor was done.

MeeTsenPu · 10-26-2010, 11:54 AM

I thought I read on another thread that the new SW slightly neuters performance? Any truth to that?

::knock on wood:: I am still on all original HW/SW for my 09, should I proactively change things or wait for the inevitable?

Brey335i · 10-26-2010, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeeTsenPu

I thought I read on another thread that the new SW slightly neuters performance? Any truth to that?

::knock on wood:: I am still on all original HW/SW for my 09, should I proactively change things or wait for the inevitable?

Not true. I just got mine updated a week ago. Performance increased. It's smoother and pulls harder without a tune than before

BwoodBMW · 10-26-2010, 12:13 PM

yeah the new software doesn't seem to be a major problem although reactions have been inconsistent. I have some really laggy moments with the new software but I did with the old software as well. Nature of the beast with this motor.

shortseller · 10-26-2010, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Brey335i

Not true. I just got mine updated a week ago. Performance increased. It's smoother and pulls harder without a tune than before

Before you speak for all of us, check the postings, some do...

I have had the newest SW update and the 943 HPFP. Car is not as responsive as it was when it came from the factory. I am glad to hear you felt no difference, some folks don't, for whatever reason. E.G., "Procede V4 Powered"!

DefactoM6 · 10-26-2010, 01:22 PM

Really hoping that the law firm doesn't take BMW's bait on this one.

scrufy · 10-26-2010, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DefactoM6

Really hoping that the law firm doesn't take BMW's bait on this one.

Exactly-
Thats all it is... bait!
It was a quick responce to ABC to shut them down and keep BMW looking good in public. we just get the same old same old...
nothing like caring about your customers.

shockin330i · 10-26-2010, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bryce

the 933 is a remanufactured version of the same exact pump. i hope bmw doesn't think throwing re-built pumps at the issue will make it go away

wrong again. you should probably just stop posting in this thread. teh NEWEST pump is the 933, it came out in march.

Ok, you get a new refurbished one. I really don't see the problem here. As long as its under warranty its not like you're making an out of pocket expense.

Potty_Pants · 10-26-2010, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shockin330i

Ok, you get a new refurbished one. I really don't see the problem here. As long as its under warranty its not like you're making an out of pocket expense.

NOBODY said you would get a replacement pump... let alone the model 933

what BMW did say is...

Based on the individual service history of the vehicle, the action will entail replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump and/or a software update.

ppp

JHOOPS2 · 10-26-2010, 01:47 PM

I just wonder if this is a completely different pump than what we have available to us right now? Maybe something that they were going to first use on the 1M...Something that they could relay at the launch of the new M by saying "this one has an all new HPFP" that will not crap out like the old ones"...Maybe? But ABC may have forced their hand to "act now".

D335I · 10-26-2010, 01:56 PM

Progress...

http://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/bmw-adm...ry?id=11968495

AltecBX · 10-26-2010, 02:06 PM

bmw-admits-fuel-pump-flaw-turbo-cars

BcuzAWD · 10-26-2010, 02:12 PM

Great news!

sourphish · 10-26-2010, 02:13 PM

Yeah. My mother called me about it and said: "You drive the twin-turbo 3 series right? Be careful and watch out for any problems!"
Didn't realize my mother watched tv haha

10-26-2010, 11:48 AM	#161
Alan l. Brigadier General Drives: M-Sport 535xi Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New York Posts: 3,648 iTrader: (8)	My buddy that works at BMW confirmed that the 933 is the latest and greatest. He said you can tell on the part number stamped on the actual fuel pump whether its a re-manufactured pump or a brand new one. He told me how to tell but i forgot It was some number that was lazer printed on the actual hpfp, not the part number on the box. I got a new 933 pump according to him and he said the version i just got came out in august/sept. Not sure how accurate this is but he changes hpfp all day so i would think he knows what he's talking about. Here are some pics of the pump that i got (this one was going into a 535) __________________ Current - 2013 N55 535xi Msport SAT Retired - 2009 N54 335i Msport 6MT Retired - 2000 M52TU 323i ASA Supercharged 5MT More Photos of my car here

10-26-2010, 11:50 AM	#162
twinship Booosted Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 764 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 335i [0.00]	Here's BMW's press release: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=447262 The important part: "Based on the individual service history of the vehicle, the action will entail replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump and/or a software update." As I read it, this means they plan to continue doing exactly what they've been doing all along. Nothing about a new pump, just more of the same. __________________ 2008 BMW 335i//Jet Black on Black Dakota Leather//Steptronic, Sport Package, Premium Package, Logic7 Sound, Aluminum Trim, iPOD & USB, Cobb S1+ Sport, ER FMIC, K&N Filter, H&R Sport Springs, Koni Yellows, ECS Tuning spacers (F-10mm/R-15mm), OEM Rear Aero Spoiler, OEM Sport Diffusor, Cyba 3.8" Tips, OEM Aluminum Pedals, M-tech Steering Wheel, Clear Reflectors

10-26-2010, 01:22 PM	#168
DefactoM6 Sees the world the way it could be Drives: '88 M6, '02 Z8, '09 E92 335i Join Date: May 2010 Location: CT Posts: 765 iTrader: (11)	Really hoping that the law firm doesn't take BMW's bait on this one. __________________

10-26-2010, 01:47 PM	#172
JHOOPS2 AKA HISSMAN Drives: 2009 SG 135i Coupe' Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: USA Posts: 884 iTrader: (5)	I just wonder if this is a completely different pump than what we have available to us right now? Maybe something that they were going to first use on the 1M...Something that they could relay at the launch of the new M by saying "this one has an all new HPFP" that will not crap out like the old ones"...Maybe? But ABC may have forced their hand to "act now". __________________ (FBO) Cobb Stage 2+, AR Downpipes, Injen DCI, AA (Sport) FMIC, ER Chargepipe/Synapse BOV, Carbon fiber bits and Breyton GTS-R Wheels.

10-26-2010, 01:56 PM	#173
D335I Private First Class Drives: 07, 6SPD, WHITE, RED INTR Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mid West Posts: 156 iTrader: (0)	Progress... http://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/bmw-adm...ry?id=11968495 __________________ 07, 6SPD, WHITE, RED INTR,

10-26-2010, 11:30 AM	#156
scrufy Zoom Zoom This Drives: The Short Bus Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 691 iTrader: (0)	Did everyone miss this from page 2? ------------------------------------------------ "BMW admitted to ABC News that it wasn't until March of this year, four years after these cars were introduced, that it finally found a fix: a properly working fuel pump. "We were making changes but we also had to see and make sure that they were actually reliable in the field," said Baloga. Still, even after March, BMW did not tell customers to come in and replace the potentially defective fuel pumps. Instead, they allowed drivers to get a new part if and only after the old one failed. " ------------------------------------------------ What they are saying is the new pump is the fix... so were still screwed.

10-26-2010, 11:39 AM	#158
335iseb Lieutenant Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Long Island Posts: 423 iTrader: (0)	From what I gather through google is that the 943 pump has been in the works from late last year. First post about the new pump being installed I found as far back as January 19th, 2010 so it's not that very new in terms of hardware since it was probably built in 2009. The 943 pump had failed on the guy who had it installed after just 1 month.......so unless we have a newer pump than the 943 it might minimize the failures but it's probably not the "end all" fix we're all waiting for.

10-26-2010, 11:52 AM	#163
MusclezMarinara Banned Drives: VALNCYA Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Jersey Posts: 5,026 iTrader: (23) Garage List 2011 BMW 1M [5.00] 2009 335i Sedan xdrive [4.67]	But see the thing is that its in conjunction with the new HPFP and the software coding to make things work together..as i said previously....I have the old pump and the new software and have had no more issues after my low pressure sensor was done.

10-26-2010, 11:54 AM	#164
MeeTsenPu Second Lieutenant Drives: 09 335i X-Drive Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: PA Posts: 266 iTrader: (3)	I thought I read on another thread that the new SW slightly neuters performance? Any truth to that? ::knock on wood:: I am still on all original HW/SW for my 09, should I proactively change things or wait for the inevitable?

10-26-2010, 12:13 PM	#166
BwoodBMW Private First Class Drives: 3erThirtyFiver Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: LA LA land Posts: 129 iTrader: (0)	yeah the new software doesn't seem to be a major problem although reactions have been inconsistent. I have some really laggy moments with the new software but I did with the old software as well. Nature of the beast with this motor.

10-26-2010, 02:06 PM	#174
AltecBX Colonel Drives: BMW 335xi Sedan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 2,635 iTrader: (0)	ABC News Puts the BMW N54 Engine Problems and Lawsuits on Blast!! bmw-admits-fuel-pump-flaw-turbo-cars __________________ 335xi Sedan 6AT \| Weather(50-65°F) \| N54 Tune Comparison Chart \|\| N54 Turbo Upgrade Comparison Chart -PROcede Rev. 2.5 ~ v5 (3/17 maps) / JB4 (8/21 maps) / COBB (Stg2+FMIC LT Aggressive maps) †Procede Map2(UT 45 - IGN 40) Aggression Target 2.0 \| 0-60 in 4.0sec \|\| †Cobb E30 LT (35% Ethanol/65% 93 Octane) \| 0-60 in 3.9sec AR Design Catless DP \| BMS DCI + OCC \| ETS 5 FMIC \| Alpina B3 Trans Flash \|235/265 19" Michelin PSS

10-26-2010, 02:12 PM	#175
BcuzAWD Colonel Drives: with E85 on 22psi at 475tq Join Date: May 2008 Location: norcal Posts: 2,586 iTrader: (8)	Great news!

10-26-2010, 02:13 PM	#176
sourphish Major Drives: '07 335i E92 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Berkeley and San Gabriel, CA Posts: 1,426 iTrader: (20) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335i [3.50]	Yeah. My mother called me about it and said: "You drive the twin-turbo 3 series right? Be careful and watch out for any problems!" Didn't realize my mother watched tv haha __________________ 2007 E92 335i, 6MT, Sparking Graphite, ZPP, ZSP, Nav, Logic7

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