NHTSA Recall 98V275000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V275000; Date: Nov. 3, 1998
If this occured while the engine was running, the engine could stop. Also, if the vehicle were being operated at night, the lighting system could shut off, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 BMW Z3
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 1,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The nut that secures the main positive cable to the positive battery terminal clamp was not tightened properly, allowing the cable to loosen over time. If this occurred, the cable could ultimately loosen to the point where electrical continuity could be interrupted.
How to Fix:
Dealers will tighten the nut to the proper specifications.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began November 30, 1998. 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: Nov 30, 1998
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