Tail Light Switch Problems of BMW 325 - part 1

The purpose of this request is to get BMW to honor a remedy for taillight defect caused as a manufacturing defect. My taillight grounding wires are causing a short on turning signals. Further research indicated this has been reported NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000. Affected vehicles 325i - 2002-2005 BMW will not honor its proposed remedy with NHTSA, citing the VIN has not been identified in recall. I contacted both dealership in sterling va and corporate BMW of America (800-525-7417). BMW of America was contacted 7. 15. 2019. Operator andrea employee # 6266 informed me the car is not covered under remedy. Manufacturer: BMW of north America, llc mfr's report date: Aug 25, 2011 NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 component: exterior lighting:turn signal summary: BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2001, through March 1, 2005. Over time, resistance in the electrical contacts may cause one or more rear lamp functions (tail light, brake light, and/or turn-signal), within the vehicle's body panel, to stop working. Consequence: intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions. This could cause a vehicle crash without warning. Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417. The recall is for model years 2002-2005 of the 325i, 325xi, 330i and 330xi cars, the munich-based company said today in a posting on the national highway traffic safety administration's website. Lights including tail, brake and turn signals may only work intermittently on the cars, BMW told the auto-safety regulator.

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Tl the contact owns a 2002 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the tail lights failed to work. The tail light warning light illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

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My left reverse/tail light does not work. I have replaced the bulb and assembly and also have found online that there were recalls for this specific issue.

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BMW 325ci 2006 front left adaptive headlight wiring deteriorates over time. This cause the wiring to crack and fail. The front left headlight failed while driving, creating a dangerous situation for the driver and others on the road. When the wiring fails the driver cannot display turn signals, use high beams or any headlight functions. BMW does not provide a solution or help to fix the issue. The vehicle was in motion at night when the headlight failed. The part is the front headlight igniter wiring harness. The failure happened inside a sealed compartment and is not exposed to any outside elements. This is a common issue, a google search will bring up multiple other cases of failure in other cars with pictures. BMW 335ci 2006 rear tail lights short out frequently while driving and do not display turn signals. A fault is shown on the dashboard. This happened at night while the vehicle was in motion and does not go away. The warning light is only displayed after the turn signal is turned on. BMW 325ci a front airbag warning light was displayed while driving and does not shut off. This happened when the vehicle was in motion and does not shut off. Bmw325ci a front seatbelt warning light is displayed on the dash periodically and does not shut off. The warning suggests there is a failure with the seatbelt. This happened when the vehicle was in motion.

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Faulty tail lights- the right tail bulb assembly on the car got so hot it melted along with the plug. I called the BMW hot line 800-525-7417, they informed me that the car had 2 recalls for airbags, also told me that the car had a faulty tail lite repair in 2002. I trailered the car on 4/11/18 to sewell grapevine BMW, where scott lord in the service dept took it in. I ask for them to find out also about the tail light assembly melting & I left the part with the car. On 4/11/18 I rented the same trailer & went to pickup the car, (I live 40 mls from there). Upon talking with mr. Lord, the 2 recalls where performed & he said the technician left brochures in the car on how the melted tail light is repaired & that the car is too old for them to do it. First off, thanks to NHTSA web site, I learned that there where 210,000 of these cars recalled for the same problem, beginning with the year of this car. 2nd, I 've never known a recall to expire until fixed. I called BMW recall back 5/2/18 & she said no recalls are showing now & that I'd have to contact NHTSA, so here I am, do they fix it, or should I contact a lawyer? thank you NHTSA! I'm glad there was not a can of gas in the trunk.

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The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. When the brake pedal was depressed, the passenger side tail light became inoperable. In addition, the headlights flashed independently without warning. The contact also stated that the headlights became inoperable intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 190,000.

The contact owns a 2005 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the brake lights failed to illuminate while the brake pedal was being applied. Also, the contact mentioned that the turn signals and tail lights failed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was diagnosed that the ground wire kit needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 11v438000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 65,648.

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The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325xi. The contact stated that while parked, she noticed that the exterior lighting warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the passenger side tail light socket and wiring was melted and was emitting smoke. The mechanic stated that the tail light panel would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.

I own a 2001 BMW 325i. The ground wires for the tail light assembly burned out, causing the lights to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised the contact that there were no recalls for the failure. The repairs would include adding a ground wire to the tail light assembly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised teh contact that there were no recalls for his vehicle and offered no other assistance.

Headlights flicker on and off while driving. Tail lights and brake lights non-functional. I believe this is an issue related to previous recall of BMW's recalled in NHTSA campaign number 11v438000. I called BMW which told me my car was not covered under that recall. I believe that it should be.

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the rear passenger's side tail light failed. The contact replaced the bulb more than once but the failure recurred. The contact then learned of NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: turn signal). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure and current mileage was 125,000.

The contact owns a 2004 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the ground wires were overheating, melting the plug and causing the tail lights to malfunction. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 117,000 and the current mileage was 120,000.

Right side tail lights failed in the manner described in NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000. This vehicle was manufactured in 2000-10-30 and that campaign applies to vehicles manufactured after 09-2001.

Driver side brake lamp has gone out. In researching, found that this is a common problem with this model in the led tail light and can cause a crash due to other drivers not being able to tell that you are stopping. Found recall information on NHTSA site and contacted BMW. I was informed that my specific VIN was not included in this campaign, yet the problem is the same problem that affects 241,000 other cars. I would like to ask that my situation (and VIN) be evaluated and included in the recall since this is a known issue with this model. Thank you for your assistance!.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the rear passenger tail light failed. The contact replaced the bulb twice but the failure recurred. The contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that there was a short in the electrical system. The contact was then informed of recall NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: turn signal). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure and current mileage was 100,000. Pmb.

The contact owns a 2005 BMW 325xi. The contact stated that the tail light wires became loose, causing them to fail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the tail light assemble failed and needed to be replaced. The contact also stated that the open/close controls for the rear passenger window would not function properly. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

The warning light for my passenger side tail light has been going on and off for months as if there is a short in it. It stayed on permanently this month, showing a dimmer light than the working side tail light, so I had it checked when I had the oil changed at my BMW mechanic. He informed me there was a recall for tail light assemblies for my vehicle and told me to call the dealer to check the VIN number. I called the dealer last Friday, June 22, 2012 and was informed that my vehicle was part of the recall and that someone would call to make an appointment for the work. No one called, so I called again today and they said the VIN was not part of the open recall. The tail light is acting like the other tail lights that were recalled so I do not understand how it cannot be part of the recall.

Tl-the contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. The contact stated the ground wires to the tail lights assembly burnt out causing the lights to be inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there are no recalls or warranty for this failure. The repairs would be adding a ground wire to the tail light assembly and the repairs would be $600 to the owners expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified who stated there are no recalls for his VIN and offered no other assistance. The failure mileage was 186,000. Mw.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, the rear driver’s side tail light would not illuminate. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11v438000 (exterior lighting:tail lights). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 17,775.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the rear tail lights failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was told that the wiring had burned out and needed to be repaired. The current mileage was 175,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. The contact was driving 20 mph when the turn signal failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the turn signal wiring and the brake lights burned out. The manufacturer was contacted where they advised that the vehicle qualified for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: tail lights), but the connector was not included. The vehicle was not repaired and the VIN was unavailable. The failure and the current mileages were 110,000.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. The contact stated that when depressing the brakes, the brake light would not illuminate on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised her that the rear tail light carriage needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired for the rear tail light carriage. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised her that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Recall summary BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2001, through March 1, 2005. Over time, resistance in the electrical contacts may cause one or more rear lamp functions (tail light, brake light, and/or turn-signal), within the vehicle's body panel, to stop working. Consequence intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions. This could cause a vehicle crash without warning. Remedy BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417. . Read more...

The contact owns a 2002 BMW 325i. The contact state that after starting the vehicle, the passenger side tail light failed to illuminate. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 143,000.

The dirver's side rear tail light assembly failed. Received a warning indicator light on the dash panel. Replacing the bulbs in the assembly failed to correct the problem. Researching this issue I discovered there has been an equipment recall for failed tail light assemblies.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 BMW 325i. The contact stated the exterior tail lights burned out. The contact was changing the bulbs twice when the bulb and wires burned her fingers. The wires and other parts burnt a hole where the tail lights are located. The dealer was notified who stated there are no recalls on her VIN for this failure. There was a recall NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 component: exterior lighting: tail lights. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 88,000. Mw.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the tail light, brake lights and turn signals failed. The resistance in the electrical components caused the rear lamp functions to fail. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 189,500.

The contact owns a 2004 BMW 325i. The contact was driving 25 mph and attempting a left turn when the turn signal and the brake light failed as the brakes were depressed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised the contact that the VIN did not qualify for the repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: tail lights). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. The contact stated that both rear tail lights failed. The contact was advised of a recall under NHTSA recall campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: tail lights) by his mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted but advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage vehicle was 90,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. The contact was driving approximately 25 mph and when the brake pedal was engaged, the driver side tail light indicator illuminated on the instrument panel intermittently causing the rear driver side tail light to become inoperable. There was a recall related to the similar defect under NHTSA campaign id number 11v438000 (exterior lighting: tail lights). The VIN was not included in the recall and the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

Rear left tail light and blinker not working. Wire is burned.

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the exterior tail lights burned through the housing harness. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised the contact that his VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: tail lights). The manufacturer was notified of the failure who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 60,250.

The contact owns a 2002 BMW 325i. The contact stated that the tail lights would fail intermittingly. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting tail lights), but was told by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The VIN was not available. The current mileage was 70,000 and the failure mileage was unavailable.

The contact owns 2002 BMW 325. The contact stated that the tail lights malfunctioned and failed intermediately. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign I. D. Number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:tail lights) and called the manufacturer but was advised that his vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 101,000.

Tail light warning appeared on dash, indicating rear tail light out but all lights were working as expected. I replaced all light bulbs and warrning light on dash would appear intermittently. Finally my rear blinker stopped working; I removed the rear tail light assembly, and discovered a burnt socket which is connected to the brown wire, seems to have been a short perhaps connection wasn't properly grounded.