Tail Light Switch Problems of BMW 330

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 330i. The contact stated that a warning indicator illuminated for the exterior lighting. The contact observed that the passenger side tail light failed. In addition, the contact attempted to switch the light bulb and observed a burn hole. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to submit a complaint through NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 208,000.

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The left tail light is intermittently off. Each time I step on the brakes, the tail light randomly turns on or off. My right headlight is off, too. I switched the bulbs from left to right and they still work. I can't check my fuses because my glovebox doesn't open anymore.

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Dash indicated left taillight was out when it wasn't, this was random on and off for a few months. After a few months the dash panel indicator light stayed on. As I was driving one day I noticed the smell of smoke coming from the trunk. I stopped, and noticed the melted wires from the tail light harness. As I looked at them I could see them sparking when certain movements occurred. , very dangerously and erratic. Both male and female sides melted. This is extremely dangerous as it impedes the ability to warn other drivers when turning or stopping. This was brought to the dealerships attention but they do not consider this an important enough issue to replace it as part of a recall or service recovery.

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 BMW 330ic. The contact stated that the rear passenger tail light failed to illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000. Aw.

I brought my car to BMW freeport was a tail light recall & they refused to fix my vehicle. Said the harness & wires were melted too much & it would cost $1400 to fix. Now I have a safety hazard as I'm driving with no tail light or my wires could catch on fire. This should be covered for free under a recall from 2011.

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My vehicle in the last week has an tail light indicator illuminated the dash. Upon investigation of the part it looks to have the same issues as many have described with the ground wire being scorched. I contacted BMW na because of the similar recall on other BMW vehicles. Unfortunately they were unwilling to help unless I was willing to take the car into a dealership for an 90 dollar diagnosis. Only after that would they be willing to weigh in if they would be willing to cover the cost of the repair or not. This is not a gamble that I'm really willing to take. Recall NHTSA action number: pe09036 should be extend to the 2001 330ci Bmws. Please open a investigation into this as it is a widely known issue with these cars.

The brake lights in the tail light assembly have partially failed. One set of brake light bulbs, the dual filament bulbs no longer light when the brake pedal is pressed. The bulbs have been replaced and are in working order so it appears to be an issue with the wiring or the tail light assembly.

The contact owns a 2004 BMW 330xi. The contact stated that the brake, tail and turn signal lights were defective. The lights would not illuminate when activated and the brake lights would not illuminate when the brakes were applied. The contact replaced the brake lights, tail lights and the turn signals but the repairs did not remedy the issue. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign I. D. Number: 11v438000 (exterior lights) and called a dealer regarding the recall. The dealer advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The contact did not call the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 108,500.

Drivers side tail light assembly is defective. No brake light, tail light or turn signal. Ground wire in connector melted.

I was receiving a intermittent left tail light warning indicator and assumed it was a bulb that was going out. After some time had past I received a steady left tail light indicator and when I was about to replace the bulb I discovered the bulbs was fine and found the wiring/connector in the tail light bulb carrier had a short/melted. I believe this is the same issue/problem on the 2002-2005 BMW e46 3series which a tail light recall was issued.

This car is 2002 BMW 330ci. I noticed that the warning light illuminated, which indicated that a tail light or brake light was not working. I replaced the bulbs, however, the warning light remained illuminated. I also noticed that the wiring harness plug had some damage in the middle and lighting assembly on the right had a connector in the middle gone. My mechanic stated that there was a recall on this problem. I contacted the recall center who stated my car was not covered. I noticed a lot of the BMW models were covered including 330i and the 330xi. I also went to a BMW dealer who again said my car was not covered. I don't want to be pulled over for a problem that should be covered by BMW. Updated 8/7/12.

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My 2001 BMW 330i is experiencing tail light problems. The right rear turn signal light does not work and when activating it, it blinks twice as fast on the front and side marker. On the display panel it shows the rear right signal is out. The left rear brake light is also out. This problem has been going on for a few months now at least. The car display on the dash indicates that the rear right brake light is out. I have changed everybulb in the rear of the car which fixed nothing. I then disconnected the the tailight connector on each side to reveal that some of the pins inside of the connection have melted away. I am positive that is the problem as it is with the 2002-2005 model 3 series. I called BMW about the recall and of course 2001 is not included yet! I hope this gets fixed soon. It is extremely inconvenient and dangerous.

There is a current recall for 2002-2005 BMW (various models) regarding the rear lights. We are experiencing the same problems in our 2001 330i. The right rear tail lights do not work and the turn signal blinks and the turn signal sound is twice as fast as normal. I am writing to make your department aware that the model years should be expanded to include the 2001 BMW 330i.

Left tail lights stopped working. Inspection found burnt ground wire at wiring connector. Replacement of ground wire, connector and bulb holder assembly needed.

The contact owns a 2004 BMW 330ci. While depressing the brake pedal, the contact noticed the rear driver side brake light would only illuminate partially. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:tail lights) but was advised by the manufacturer that the convertible models were not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Dash mounted warning light indicated tail light issues. Checked the light and all the bulbs were fine but the entire tail light was not working. I then noticed the the brown wire in the connector had melted through the case and was touching other wires in the connector which caused it to short out the entire light. The brown wire has visible signs of melting. I have since found out that this is a common problem with my type BMW and a recall has been issued. Right now my VIN number does not fall under the notice but I have no tail lights.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 330cic. The contact was driving 40 mph when the tail lights failed to illuminate properly. The contacted stated that the tail light warning lamp illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed the failure with the tail light assembly. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.

Intermittent failure of driver and passenger side tail light assembly due to burnt connector pins and connector housing. Inadequate connector/wire rating. Should be subject of a recall from a responsible car manufacturer. Unsafe to drive in the dark. Blemish on the ultimate driving machine. Intermittent failure of the mostly passenger side head light. Occasional failure of the driver side head light. Normally the light bulb would require replacement, but often the whole lighting unit is considered failing by the dealer. Cost of replacement is extremely high.

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The contact owns a 2003 BMW 330i. The contact stated that the service tail light symbol illuminated on the dashboard intermittently. The contact disconnected the plastic where the light bulb was located and found that the plastic was melted and corroded due to faulty wiring. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that there were no recalls and offered the contact a discount for the repairs. The manufacturer advised the contact that since his vehicle was no longer under warranty that they would not be able to provide any assistance. The current and failure mileage was 44,800.

Intermittent function of left tail light assembly, despite functional light bulbs. Assembly removed and 7 pin connector noted to have overheated at pin 2, melting surrounding plastic.

2004 BMW 330xi sedan (e46) rear tail light indicator light consistently comes on, even though there is no tail lamp failure. Dealer indicated it was a burnt contact, and suggested repairing both sides. Cost for both sides $254. 67.

The contact owns a 2005 BMW 330i. While driving approximately 30 mph, the rear tail light assembly warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the rear tail light connecting wires were melted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:tail lights) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

The tail lights on both sides of my 2004 BMW 330i have stopped working completely (no turn signal or brake lights) due to a burned wire. This began on the left side with the turn signal light going out. When I went to change the bulb, I realized the bulb was fine. Looking closer I saw that a wire in the wire harness had burned and melted the plastic. It also melted the metal on the tail light assembly. This was a couple months ago that this happened and now the right side has done the exact same thing. I called the dealer and was told that this was a common problem with this model. The cost to fix the problem will be $350 per side. Looking online I saw that BMW issued a service report (si b 63 03 06) because the problem is so common. I am concerned that this may be a fire hazard and don't understand why there wouldn't be a recall. I am also concerned that I do not have an extra $700 on hand to fix the problem and am forced to drive with no turn signals or brake lights. It seems like since this is a design flaw and a safety hazard, BMW should be responsible to fix it.

8-pin connector at rear tail lights in 2002 BMW 330xi has partially melted, contacts appear corroded. "light out" indicator light on the dash turns on and off intermittently.

The contact owns a 2004 BMW 330i. While parked, the contact noticed that the tail light warning light was illuminated. The contact inspected the tail lights and noticed that the pin in the tail light assembly was corroded on the passenger and driver sides. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the tail light assembly would have to be rewired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:tail lights) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 11/28/11.

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 330i. The vehicle was included in the recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:tail lights). The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the wiring connector would have to be replaced prior to performing the recall repairs. The wiring connector would not be covered under the recall repairs. The contact stated that the consequences of the recall had damaged the wiring connector and he felt it should be covered under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW 330ci. The contact was driving 40-50 mph when the tail lamp warning light illuminated and the driver side tail light failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed that the tail light assembly failed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired the failure mileage was 104,000 and the current mileage was 119,500.

I presented this problem to the dealer a few years ago the instrument panel light kept telling me a bulb was out and when you look at it all the bulbs were working. I have replace the rear taillight assembly due to the prong where starting to melt. So I call Bmwna and they too ignored my first request for the recall on the 2005 BMW rear tail light hazard, I have since tried to called several times again and was told that my car was not within the recall time frame but it seems obvious that my car is having the same problem all the others ones have had and wish to get this potential hazard fixed because if the light on the dash will read one thing but the tail light is showing something different to those traveling behind me. I have enclosed the two photos of the burnt casing and harness. I feel this hazard is putting me and my family in great danger because there are no definite sign when or where these lights malfunction the blinker, brake, etc .

The contact owns a 2003 BMW 330i. While parked, the contact noticed that the tailgate light warning light was illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the resistor cable and the outlet plug connected to the tail light wires were melted. The contact stated the turn signal and brake light failed intermittently and alternated functions. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics and was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting:turn signal) but was not aware if the vehicle was included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.

The contact owns a 2004 BMW 330i. The contact stated that the exterior lights would only work intermittently with the illumination of an unknown warning light. The dealer was notified of the failure who advised that her VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000 (exterior lighting: tail lights). The manufacturer was also contacted who confirmed that her VIN was not included in the recall and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 115,000.