2000-2001 BMW 740I, BMW 740IL and others recall: sidewall

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on January 4, 2001. It covers about 3,167 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,167
reported: Jan 4, 2001
owners notified: Mar 10, 2001
related complaints: 2

Tires: sidewall

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires. The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.
Risk: Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began march 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 01V001000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about tires problems.

2001 BMW 740I 2001 BMW 740IL 2001 BMW 750IL 2000 BMW M5 2001 BMW M5

Questions about recall 01V001000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 BMW 740I, BMW 740IL and others sidewall?

Yes. Recall 01V001000, reported on January 4, 2001, covers about 3,167 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V001000?

Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began march 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

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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