Brake Light problems of the 2005 BMW 325

Rt rear brake light failed to illuminate while the brake pedal was applied. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The vehicle had not been repaired. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11v438000 (exterior lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 43,120. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request.

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 BMW 325i. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the brake lights failed to constantly illuminate while the brake pedal was applied. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The vehicle had not been repaired. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11v438000 (exterior lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. Mah.

2005 BMW 325i. Consumer writes in regards to recall campaign no. 11v-438 lamps in rear quarter panel the consumer stated he has been unable to get the recall rectified, because there were no authorized repair shops in his immediate area. The consumer was informed he would have to pay to have his vehicle shipped to another island. The consumer stated BMW has since agreed to ship the vehicle free of charge. Updated 05/16/12.

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the exterior brake lights were inoperative. The contact received the NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:brake lights) recall, but has not received the work needed to perform the recall, due to the dealer not receiving the necessary parts. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the parts would be available in December, but that deadline had passed. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate mileage on the vehicle was 145,000. Nw.

The contact owns a 2005 BMW 325xi. The contact stated that the rear coils were fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the rear coil springs needed to be replaced. In addition, the hand brake light would not illuminate to indicate if the hand brake was on or not. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 39,000.