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1999 BMW 540IAT recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1999 BMW 540IAT, covering 1,864 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported January 4, 1999 · 1,615 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The thickness of the main positive electrical cable (generator to starter) insulation is less than specified, making it susceptible to being abraded or cut by the clip that secures the cable to the generator.
Risk
The cable insulation can be worn away, exposing the wire. The wire could contact the clip or a short circuit could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will apply a thickness of insulating tape to the cable in the area of the clip, and install a revised clip.

Recall number 99V004000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmissionReported January 4, 1999 · 249 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a 5hp24 automatic transmission. Premature wear of the ring gear can occur, leading to the loss of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and reverse gears.
Risk
If this problem occurs, the car may no longer operate in reverse, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd gears.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the automatic transmission.

Recall number 99V005000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1999 BMW 540IAT recalls

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How many recalls does the 1999 BMW 540IAT have?

2, covering electrical system and power train.

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