Recall 13V407000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Report Date
20130911
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Affected Vehicles
12 models

Defect Description

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).

Safety Consequence

Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2008 BMW 528I
2008 BMW 535I
2008 BMW 550I
2008 BMW M5
2009 BMW 528I
2009 BMW 535I
2009 BMW 550I
2009 BMW M5
2010 BMW 528I
2010 BMW 535I
2010 BMW 550I
2010 BMW M5

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.