NHTSA Recall 78V056000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V056000; Date: Mar. 13, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 BMW 320; 1978 BMW 320I; 1978 BMW 530; 1978 BMW 530I
Component: Tire
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 4,681
Recall Summary:
Due to a material stuctural defect, the rubber seal between the metal valve stem and rim allows slow seepage of air around the valve base.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace defective metal tire valve stems and rubber seals with new ones, at no cost to the customer.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: tires; valve stem. Consequences of defect: this condition would allow the tire to be operated inan underinflated condition, possibly causing the tire to overheat and result ina blow-out. This could cause a loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 1, 1978
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