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BMW Announces Recall for Electrical Fault (3-Series, 1-Series & Z4)
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02-18-2013, 08:19 PM | #1 | |
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BMW Announces Recall for Electrical Fault (3-Series, 1-Series & Z4)
From the SMH (Drive):
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http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/b...219-2eoeh.html More info on main forum... http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=804545 |
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02-18-2013, 08:57 PM | #4 |
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So looks like 2007-2011 manufactured 3 series coupes. That's the majority of us here.
What if you are already out of warranty and did not purchase through a BMW dealer? |
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02-18-2013, 09:23 PM | #5 |
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02-18-2013, 11:18 PM | #6 |
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Hmmm.. could that possibly be why my car drops back to N on gear? It does feel like the car is about to stall when that happens and then when it pops onto N, it regains rev (safety measure?). And it did stall once in gear - thankfully I was waiting at the lights.
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02-19-2013, 12:01 AM | #7 |
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02-19-2013, 12:40 AM | #8 |
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Is it worth replacing if there are no issues experienced?
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02-19-2013, 03:12 AM | #9 |
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Hey
Don't want to sound dumb (and I'm sure some of you will tell me if I do) but on my reading of the notice, it applies to E90's also - is that right? Thanks |
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02-19-2013, 04:39 AM | #10 | |
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Yes, it applies to E90s as well.
The US recall lists the following models, but qualifies the lists by saying "certain model year" 2008-2012 x-Series etc (which I assume means selected models within each range): Quote:
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02-19-2013, 09:59 PM | #11 |
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FYI Called BMW Sylvania today to check on the recall, since my car is booked-in for an issue with adaptive headlights beginning of March... They said they won't get the parts until April, and I need to wait for the letter anyway, because not all models affected...
So they won't be able to fix it beginning for March, and I'll have to bring it back in April if I receive the letter... |
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02-20-2013, 05:37 PM | #12 |
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Aussie recall notice (For those that haven't seen):
h ttp://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1045818 BMW Australia Ltd—BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1 & Z4 motor vehicles PRA number: 2013/13476 Date published: 20th February 2013 Product information Product description BMW E82, E87, E88, 1 Series BMW E90, E91, E92 & E93, 3 Series BMW E84 X1 BMW E89 Z4 Identifying features CPA No: 33113. 1 Series - E87 CPA No: 33767. 3 Series - E90 CPA No: 41751. E84 X1 CPA No: 41041. Z4 Series - E89 What are the defects? The plug-in contact of the battery-positive cable on the front power distributor (fitted behind the glove compartment) may be damaged by vehicle vibrations. Damage to the plug-in contact may impair the power supply to the vehicle. What are the hazards? As a result, access to the vehicle may no longer function (door locks), or the vehicle may no longer be started. In individual cases the engine may stall, the power steering may lose assistance and the electrical system may fail while driving. The situation becomes noticeable by flickering of the instrument panel and, where applicable, dipping of the engine (short, noticeable power drop). These issues pose a hazard to the drive and other road users. Dates available for sale 1st March 2007 - 28th February 2011 Where the product was sold Nationally Traders who sold this product BMW dealers Australia wide Supplier BMW Australia Ltd. Supplier's web site h ttp://www.bmw.com.au What should consumers do? Consumers should contact an authorised BMW motor vehicle service centre, or call the BMW Group Australia Customer Interaction Centre on freecall: 1800 813 299. |
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03-20-2013, 04:10 AM | #14 |
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03-20-2013, 05:50 AM | #17 |
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Yup.. got mine today as well
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03-21-2013, 05:19 PM | #20 |
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Typical of BS Stillwell in South Yarra. I rang yesterday to book the car in, service department was busy. Reception tried again and it went to voice mail, so I left a message and no one returned my call. This has happened with this stealership a few times. The trouble is I live only a few kilometres from them and it suits me work wise etc.
This will be the last time I go there (if I can get through to service) only because its a recall. I will not be spending my time there ever again for service or anything. |
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