NHTSA Recall 00V383000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V383000; Date: Nov. 20, 2000
This could lead to a sudden loss of air from the tire affecting handling and vehicle control.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 BMW 325I; 2001 BMW 330I
Component: Wheels:rim
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 1,914
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the inner rim flange of the wheels.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the five wheels for possible damage. If damage from the mounting machine is found on any wheel, all five wheels will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began December 22, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 22, 2000
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