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1991 BMW 325 recall: switch/wiring

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on September 29, 1992. It covers about 2,942 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,942
reported
Sep 29, 1992
owners notified
Feb 5, 1993
related complaints
1

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring

What is wrong
The screw that secures the wiper switch at one location and which also provides a ground for the wiper circuit, loosens as the switch is operated over a long period of time. As the screw continues to loosen the ground for the wiper circuit is intermittently or completely lost.
Risk
The intermittent or complete loss of the wiper circuitground causes the wipers to operate erratically or not at all, resulting inreduced visibility for the driver in inclement weather conditions.
Remedy
Relocate the wiper switch ground wire attachment on the steering column.

Recall number 92V140000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about visibility problems.

1991 BMW 325

Questions about recall 92V140000

Is there a recall on the 1991 BMW 325 switch/wiring?

Yes. Recall 92V140000, reported on September 29, 1992, covers about 2,942 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 92V140000?

Relocate the wiper switch ground wire attachment on the steering column.

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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