2001 BMW 540IAT recalls
There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2001 BMW 540IAT, covering 23,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, a microprocessor in the air bag control module, which activates the front air bags, the side air bags, the front seat safety belt pretensioners, and the battery safety terminal, may have a malfunction that could lead to an unintended activation of one or more of these components.
- Risk
- Unexpected deployment of the air bag(s) could cause serious injury if an occupant is too close to the deploying air bag(s). In addition, the battery safety terminal may also be activated. If that happens, the starter cable would become disconnected from the battery, and the engine could not be restarted.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the air bag control module. Owner notification began november10, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 03V421000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2001 BMW 540IAT recalls
How do I check if my 2001 BMW 540IAT has an open recall?
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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2001 BMW 540IAT have?
1, covering air bags.
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