2000 BMW 323I, BMW 328I and others recall: switch

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on February 17, 2000. It covers about 17,700 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 17,700
reported: Feb 17, 2000
owners notified: May 15, 2000
related complaints: 14

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
Risk: If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.

Recall number 00V048000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about lights problems.

2000 BMW 323I 2000 BMW 328I 2000 BMW 528I 2000 BMW 528IT 2000 BMW 540I 2000 BMW 540IT 2000 BMW 740I 2000 BMW 740IL 2000 BMW 750IL 2000 BMW M5

Questions about recall 00V048000

Is there a recall on the 2000 BMW 323I, BMW 328I and others switch?

Yes. Recall 00V048000, reported on February 17, 2000, covers about 17,700 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V048000?

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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