Bmw

7 Series

44 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

If your 7 Series is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Bmw dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

Bmw 7 Series · DVSA register

All recall notices.

AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE FITTED WITH BRAKE DISCS WHICH ARE NOT TO SPECIFICATION

R/2021/085 · 15 Mar 2021

15 Mar 2021

Defect

Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which were not produced according to the specifications

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the brake discs will be checked and if necessary replaced

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Built 2 Feb 2021 – 5 Feb 2021

~705 vehicles affected
AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE FITTED WITH BRAKE DISCS WHICH ARE NOT TO SPECIFICATION

R/2021/085 · 15 Mar 2021

15 Mar 2021

Defect

Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which were not produced according to the specifications

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the brake discs will be checked and if necessary replaced

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Built 29 Jan 2021 – 4 Feb 2021

~705 vehicles affected
THE INTEGRATED BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY

R/2021/054 · 22 Feb 2021

22 Feb 2021

Defect

The Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly

Remedy

Replace the Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit.

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Built 19 Feb 2020 – 27 Nov 2020

~139 vehicles affected
THE INTEGRATED BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY

R/2021/054 · 22 Feb 2021

22 Feb 2021

Defect

The Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly

Remedy

Replace the Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit.

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Built 17 Feb 2020 – 18 Mar 2020

~139 vehicles affected
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

R/2021/037 · 9 Feb 2021

9 Feb 2021

Defect

Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.

Remedy

The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

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Built 16 Jun 2017 – 15 Mar 2018

~63,888 vehicles affected
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

R/2021/037 · 9 Feb 2021

9 Feb 2021

Defect

Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.

Remedy

The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

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Built 6 Oct 2017 – 24 May 2018

~63,888 vehicles affected
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2020/283 · 14 Dec 2020

14 Dec 2020

Defect

A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.

Remedy

Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.

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Built 2 Mar 2020 – 18 Aug 2020

~2,665 vehicles affected
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2020/283 · 14 Dec 2020

14 Dec 2020

Defect

A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.

Remedy

Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.

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Built 2 Mar 2020 – 23 Jun 2020

~2,665 vehicles affected
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2020/298 · 22 Oct 2020

22 Oct 2020

Defect

In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.

Remedy

Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.

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Built 16 Jun 2020 – 10 Jul 2020

~871 vehicles affected
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2020/298 · 22 Oct 2020

22 Oct 2020

Defect

In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.

Remedy

Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.

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Built 16 Sep 2020

~871 vehicles affected
IF THE HEAD AIR BAG IS DEPLOYED THE IGNITOR MAY SEPARATE FROM THE INFLATOR

R/2020/136 · 18 May 2020

18 May 2020

Defect

Curtain airbags may have propellant which may have a humidity level higher than specification and in the event of a collision may not deploy correctly increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Replace the airbags on affected vehicles.

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Built 13 Jul 2016 – 5 Apr 2017

~161 vehicles affected
AUXILIARY WATER PUMP'S ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD COULD LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2019/057 · 1 Mar 2019

1 Mar 2019

Defect

The auxiliary water pump may short circuit causing a thermal incident.

Remedy

The Auxiliary Water Pump of the affected vehicles will be replaced.

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Built 2 Dec 2010 – 5 Jul 2011

~5,866 vehicles affected
AUXILIARY WATER PUMP'S ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD COULD LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2019/057 · 1 Mar 2019

1 Mar 2019

Defect

The auxiliary water pump may short circuit causing a thermal incident.

Remedy

The Auxiliary Water Pump of the affected vehicles will be replaced.

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Built 5 May 2009 – 1 Aug 2011

~5,866 vehicles affected
AUXILIARY WATER PUMP'S ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD COULD LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2019/057 · 1 Mar 2019

1 Mar 2019

Defect

The auxiliary water pump may short circuit causing a thermal incident.

Remedy

The Auxiliary Water Pump of the affected vehicles will be replaced.

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Built 11 Nov 2008 – 5 Sep 2011

~5,866 vehicles affected
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK

R/2018/341 · 7 Dec 2018

7 Dec 2018

Defect

The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk

Remedy

A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles

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Built 27 Jan 2012 – 21 May 2015

~225,449 vehicles affected
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK

R/2018/341 · 7 Dec 2018

7 Dec 2018

Defect

The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk

Remedy

A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles

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Built 31 Jul 2012 – 13 May 2015

~225,449 vehicles affected
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD POTENTIALLY LEAK OVER TIME

R/2018/258 · 5 Nov 2018

5 Nov 2018

Defect

The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.

Remedy

The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.

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Affected build dates not specified

~153,602 vehicles affected
SOFTWARE FAULT IN CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

R/2018/260 · 15 Oct 2018

15 Oct 2018

Defect

The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

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Built 17 May 2018 – 25 May 2018

~1,642 vehicles affected
SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

R/2018/211 · 20 Aug 2018

20 Aug 2018

Defect

The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

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Built 17 May 2018 – 4 Jun 2018

~4,025 vehicles affected
SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

R/2018/211 · 20 Aug 2018

20 Aug 2018

Defect

The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

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Built 16 May 2018 – 6 Jun 2018

~4,025 vehicles affected
OIL COOLER MAY LEAK

R/2017/224 · 7 Jul 2017

7 Jul 2017

Defect

The engine oil cooler feed pipe may disconnect and leak oil. This may reach the front brakes and affect the braking efficiency.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace engine cooler pipe.

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Built 10 May 2016 – 1 Jun 2017

~71 vehicles affected
BRAKE SWITCH MAY BE ACTIVATED PERMANENTLY

R/2017/193 · 20 Jun 2017

20 Jun 2017

Defect

The ball head connecting the brake pedal and the master brake cylinder the ball head might not be locked properly into the ball cage. If the driver accidentally pulls up the brake pedal the brake switch would be activated permanently. This will cause: The brake lamps to be illuminated even while driving A Check Control Message would not alert the driver. An engine start or gear selection would be possible without brake actuation. If the driver's door were opened after switching off the engine the gear would not switch automatically to P as designed.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the locking of the ball head on the brake pedal. If necessary the pedal mechanism will be replaced.

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Built 19 May 2017 – 20 May 2017

~24 vehicles affected
FRONT BRAKE EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED

R/2017/167 · 22 May 2017

22 May 2017

Defect

The connection sleeves of the engine oil cooler pipes (feed and return) may not have been crimped correctly. This may result in the connection sleeves becoming loose and engine oil suddenly escaping. If the oil gets to the front brake discs the efficiency could be adverely affected.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the connection sleeves for the engine oil cooler pipes. Where necessary replace the pipes.

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Built 10 May 2016 – 27 Mar 2017

~37 vehicles affected
DRIVESHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT MAY BREAK

R/2017/132 · 11 Apr 2017

11 Apr 2017

Defect

Due to insufficient strength the front universal joint in the rear front universal joint of the rear prop shaft may fail.

Remedy

On affected vehicle replace the universal joint with a modified version

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Built 30 Dec 2010 – 29 Apr 2011

~10,849 vehicles affected
FRONT AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT TENSIONERS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY WHEN NEEDED

R/2016/265 · 16 Nov 2016

16 Nov 2016

Defect

It has been identified that the airbag/SRS central sensor has been programmed with faulty software. If the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rearward collision then the airbag and seat belt tensioners may not be triggered which could lead to an increased risk of injury to the occupants.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the airbag/SRS central sensor.

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Built 2 Dec 2011 – 28 Jun 2012

~1,047 vehicles affected
AIRBAG MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED

R/2016/176 · 21 Jul 2016

21 Jul 2016

Defect

Due to vibrations particles inside the airbag control unit may cause a short circuit. This may reset the control module illuminating the airbag warning lamp and prevent the airbag(s) from acting as intended during a collision.

Remedy

On affected vehicle replace the airbag control unit.

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Built 1 Jul 2015 – 11 Dec 2015

~587 vehicles affected
ENGINE EMERGENCY MODE MAY BE ACTIVATED DURING DRIVING

R/2014/068 · 28 Jul 2014

28 Jul 2014

Defect

The screws retaining the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) housing may loosen and under certain circumstances the heads may break off. This can lead to the VANOS leaking oil internally and adversely affect the valve timing adjustment. If found to deviating from targeted data the engine emergency mode will be activated. This will be indicated by a distinct change in engine running. The orange engine management warning lamp and a check message; On vehicles with N51/N52 engines this will appear at ignition recycle on N55 engine it will display immediately.

Remedy

Repalce bolted connection of the VANOS adjustment unit

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Built 1 Sep 2009 – 30 Nov 2011

~2,967 vehicles affected
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

R/2013/095 · 10 Sep 2013

10 Sep 2013

Defect

Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.

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Built 1 May 2009 – 30 Nov 2009

~21,502 vehicles affected
FIRE MAY OCCUR

R/2012/049 · 27 Apr 2012

27 Apr 2012

Defect

Some engines are fitted with an additional water pump for the turbo charger. In some circumstances a crack may develop which then leads to melting of the plug connections and the housing. Further heat development may then lead to scorch damage. In exceptional cases such overheating can lead to smouldering of the water pump. If smouldering occurs an engine compartment fire and vehicle fire cannot be excluded.

Remedy

The water pump will be replaced for a new more robust version.

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Affected build dates not specified

~21 vehicles affected
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

R/2011/147 · 17 Nov 2011

17 Nov 2011

Defect

Due to the ingress of moisture it is possible that a short circuit can occur in the additional coolant pump for the exhaust turbocharger. The driver will be informed of the issue by a warning message on the display in the instrument panel. If not addressed it is possible for further heat build up in the pump which may cause the plug connection and housing to melt and in extreme cases a localised fire in the engine compartment or vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the additional coolant pump.

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Built 16 Nov 2007 – 2 Feb 2011

~557 vehicles affected
RISK OF FIRE

R/2011/123 · 5 Oct 2011

5 Oct 2011

Defect

Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

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Built 20 Aug 2008 – 12 Jun 2009

~21,923 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE REDUCTION IN BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE

R/2010/151 · 11 Nov 2010

11 Nov 2010

Defect

It is possible that engine oil can enter the brake servo via the brake vacuum pump and vacuum hose. If this occurs it could damage the brake servo membrane which may leak so causing a reduction in braking assistance and a requirement to apply increased pedal force to achieve the same braking efficiency.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles for the fitment of a modified servo hose. In addition the checking of the brake servo for contamination and replacement if required.

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Built 30 Oct 2001 – 23 Nov 2009

~10,567 vehicles affected
REAR AXLE CARRIER MAY FAIL

R/2008/100 · 15 Jul 2008

15 Jul 2008

Defect

It has been identified that defects in a material joint may have resulted during the heat treatment of individual components of the rear axle carrier. This may result in failure of the holders of the links and struts even under normal driving conditions. Should the holder of a link fail whilst the vehicle is in motion the handling characteristics of the vehicle would undergo an unexpected change which could result in an accident.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will be checked and if necessary fitted with a quality assured rear axle carrier.

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Built 10 Jun 2008 – 20 Jun 2008

~665 vehicles affected
REAR AXLE CARRIER MAY FAIL

R/2008/100 · 15 Jul 2008

15 Jul 2008

Defect

It has been identified that defects in a material joint may have resulted during the heat treatment of individual components of the rear axle carrier. This may result in failure of the holders of the links and struts even under normal driving conditions. Should the holder of a link fail whilst the vehicle is in motion the handling characteristics of the vehicle would undergo an unexpected change which could result in an accident.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will be checked and if necessary fitted with a quality assured rear axle carrier.

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Affected build dates not specified

~665 vehicles affected
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING MAY FAIL

R/2006/119 · 6 Jul 2006

6 Jul 2006

Defect

It has been identified that the lower rubber mounting on the metal bush of the rear shock absorbers may fail to meet the quality requirement. Dependant on the mileage and operating conditions the rubber mounting may come completely free from the shock absorber. If this occurs the bodywork would no longer be supported above the wheels causing it to come into contact with the wheel concerned. Should this occur the possibility exists that a critical driving condition might occur or even the risk of an accident.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the rear shock absorbers checked and replaced if necessary.

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Affected build dates not specified

~3,743 vehicles affected
THE BEARINGS OF THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL

R/2005/022 · 8 Feb 2005

8 Feb 2005

Defect

The bearings of the high pressure fuel injector pump may fail after a short travelled distance (approximately 3000 to 6000 miles) This leads to a total failure of the engine's fuel supply which results in the engine stalling.

Remedy

Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the fuel injector pump.

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Built 30 Nov 2004 – 31 Jan 2005

~697 vehicles affected
FRONT SEAT BACK-REST HEATER MAY OVERHEAT

R/2005/001 · 23 Dec 2004

23 Dec 2004

Defect

Mechanical loads exerted on the back-rest heating element of the front seats when persons enter or exit the vehicle may result in damage to the door side contact line in the back-rest padding. In the event that this causes a break of a contact line the damaged area may overheat to unacceptable levels with the heater switched on. It would then not be possible to rule out the risk of minor burns to the occupants clothes and possibly their skin.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and check condition where necessary fit an additional in-line fuse.

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Built 25 Sep 2002 – 9 Jun 2004

~3,009 vehicles affected
SEAT OCCUPANCY DETECTOR MAY FAIL AND INPACT ON AIRBAG PROTECTION

R/2004/141 · 11 Aug 2004

11 Aug 2004

Defect

The front seat occupancy detector can fail to detect that a seat is occupied with the result that the front and associated side air bags and seat belt pre-tensioners may fail to operate in the event of a collision.

Remedy

Recall likely to be affected vehicles and carry out full coding of the ECUs reprogramming as necessary.

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Built 1 Jul 2003 – 2 Jun 2003

~2,448 vehicles affected
POSSIBILITY OF INADVERTNENT LOSS OF ENGINE POWER

R/2004/131 · 14 Jul 2004

14 Jul 2004

Defect

Due to a hardware fault within the digital engine electronic control unit the possibility exists that the unit could fail completely resulting in loss of engine power.

Remedy

Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured item.

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Built 12 May 2004 – 6 Jul 2004

~231 vehicles affected
POSSIBILE FAULT IN THE DSC YAW RATE SENSOR

R/2004/056 · 22 Mar 2004

22 Mar 2004

Defect

Due to a possible manufacturing error the damping element of the Directional Stability Control (DSC) yaw rate sensor could be faulty.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles check the batch number and replace if necessary.

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Built 25 Feb 2004 – 10 Mar 2004

~45 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE FLUID LEAK FROM POWER STEERING

R/2003/043 · 28 Feb 2003

28 Feb 2003

Defect

The threaded unions on the pressure lines for the power steering gear may not have been sufficiently tightened and could leak oil. Leaking oil could cause the power steering system to fail and in extreme cases escaping oil could ignite on hot engine components.

Remedy

Check union bolts for signs of leakage. If leaks are found at either of the unions the steering gear will be replaced. If no leaks are found the union bolts will be checked for correct torque.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,627 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT WHILST THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN

R/2002/073 · 10 Jul 2002

10 Jul 2002

Defect

Due to an ECU software error within the electrical system the fuel pump may operate at an insufficient speed once the fuel tank level has been reduced to less than 30 litres.

Remedy

Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled to have the ECU's reprogrammed with updated software.

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Built 2 Jan 2002 – 23 May 2002

~832 vehicles affected
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE REMAIN ON OR FLICKER

R/1999/104 · 15 Dec 1999

15 Dec 1999

Defect

There is a possibility that the brake light switch circuits may become defective and cause the brake light circuit to fail stay on continuously or flicker. In extreme cases the brake switch could overheat.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace brake light switch with a modified version.

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Built 16 Sep 1999 – 28 Oct 1999

~5,634 vehicles affected
POSSIBILITY THAT GEARBOX MAY LOCK UP

R/1999/059 · 30 Jul 1999

30 Jul 1999

Defect

Possibility that the automatic transmission may lock up at speeds below 15mph.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured gearbox.

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Affected build dates not specified

~12 vehicles affected

Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Bmw dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.

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