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2010 BMW X5 recall: exterior lighting

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on April 15, 2010. It covers about 735 vehicles.

vehicles affected
735
reported
Apr 15, 2010
owners notified
May 31, 2010
related complaints
2

Exterior lighting

What is wrong
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2010 x5 m sav vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," these vehicle's were equipped with side marker lamps, but not the power supply cables leading to the lamps. As a result, the side marker lamps do not illuminate.
Risk
These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 108.
Remedy
Bmw will install power supply cables for the front side marker lamps. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during may 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 10V152000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

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

2010 BMW X5

Questions about recall 10V152000

Is there a recall on the 2010 BMW X5 exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 10V152000, reported on April 15, 2010, covers about 735 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V152000?

Bmw will install power supply cables for the front side marker lamps. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during may 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 800‑525‑7417.

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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