2002 BMW 525I, BMW 525IA and others recall: sidewall

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on November 26, 2001. It covers about 1,318 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,318
reported: Nov 26, 2001
owners notified: Dec 10, 2001
related complaints: 2

Tires: sidewall

What is wrong: Vehicle description: during the tire mounting process on certain passenger vehicles built with standard (non-sport) suspension and equipped with continental contitouringcontact ch95 ecoplus tires, size 225/65r16 95h, having dot codes 4001, 4101, or 4201, the outer sidewall surface of the tires may have been cut by a sharp edge. Operation of the vehicle over a long period of time could lead to a reduction of inflation pressure.
Risk: Continued driving with low inflation pressure in the tire could ultimately result in damage to the tire, affect vehicle handling and control, and could in some cases result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect all five tires for a possible cut in the sidewall, and if a cut is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began december 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 01V352000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

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

2002 BMW 525I 2002 BMW 525IA 2002 BMW 525ia Sport Wagon 2002 BMW 530I 2002 BMW 530IA 2002 BMW 540IA 2002 BMW 540ia Sport Wagon

Questions about recall 01V352000

Is there a recall on the 2002 BMW 525I, BMW 525IA and others sidewall?

Yes. Recall 01V352000, reported on November 26, 2001, covers about 1,318 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V352000?

Dealers will inspect all five tires for a possible cut in the sidewall, and if a cut is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began december 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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