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BMW 530IT recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the BMW 530IT, covering 590,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

BMW 530IT recalls by model year

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Vehicle speed controlReported August 19, 1997 · 410,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The cruise control and throttle cables are attached to the same throttle valve actuating lever at the throttle housing. It is possible that the plastic bushing on either cable could break due to environmental influences coupled with vibration. If the bushing breaks, the outer cable housing can separate from the bushing. In this case, during application of the throttle pedal without cruise control being engaged, the outer tube could catch on the edge of the broken bushing.
Risk
This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. It his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a spring steel clip on the outer tube of each cable in the area of the adjusting screw and plastic bushing. The clip is designed to prevent the outer tube from dislodging from the bushing.

Recall number 97V131000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switchReported July 1, 1996 · 180,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The brake light switch can fail allowing the switch to remain in the "brake lights off" position or in the "brake lights on" position.
Risk
If this happens, the brake lights either will not operate or will be continuously on, regardless of brake pedal position. Following drivers would not be able to determine whether the vehicle is stopping, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing brake light switch with a newly designed switch.

Recall number 96V111000 · Recall details

Questions about the BMW 530IT recalls

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How many recalls does the BMW 530IT have?

2, covering vehicle speed control and exterior lighting.

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