Category Archives: BMW

Transmission Problems For BMW 7-Series

Posted on April 24, 2012 by admin

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has upgraded an investigation into certain BMW 7-Series vehicles after finding reports of seventeen crashes and five injuries because the vehicles rolled away unexpectedly. The investigation began last August when drivers complained about … Continue reading →

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Fire Problem With BMW Turbo Engines

Posted on April 17, 2012 by admin

BMW will be recalling almost 3,000 eight and twelve cylinder turbocharged vehicles because of a problem that could lead to an engine fire. There have been no reported injuries related to the problem, but according to the recall report, the … Continue reading →

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BMW Recalled For Fire Risk

Posted on April 2, 2012 by admin

BMW will be recalling certain 2004-2010 vehicles for a bulkhead connector in the trunk of the vehicle that may have not been installed correctly by the manufacturer. According to the recall report, the incorrectly installed cable could loosen, increasing the … Continue reading →

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BMW Mini Cooper Turbo Electrical Problem

Posted on January 17, 2012 by admin

BMW is recalling certain Mini Cooper vehicles equipped with a turbocharger, for an electrical overheating problem. The report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that a circuit board on the auxiliary water pump, used for cooling … Continue reading →

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BMW Reports Possible Engine Fire

Posted on November 2, 2011 by admin

BMW has issued a recall for certain 8 and 12 cylinder turbocharged vehicles for a water pump problem that could lead to an engine fire. According to reports filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a high resistance … Continue reading →

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Engine Fires Prompt BMW Mini Cooper S Investigation

Posted on October 18, 2011 by admin

Twelve complaints of engine fires in the 2007-2008 BMW Mini Cooper S has lead the National Highway Traffic Safety administration (NHTSA) to open a preliminary investigation to assess the cause, scope and frequency of the alleged defect. Of the complaints … Continue reading →

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BMW Recalls Vehicles For Electrical Problems

Posted on September 6, 2011 by admin

BMW has announced a recall for certain 2002-2005 325I, 325XI, 330I, and 330XI vehicles built between September 2001 to March 2005. The problem is being blamed on a high electrical resistance in some contacts withing the vehicle’s body panels. The … Continue reading →

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BMW 7 Series Investigated For Roll Away Problem

Posted on August 11, 2011 by admin

An investigation into roll away problems on BMW’s 7 Series cars could have the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issuing a recall for almost 120, 000 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with BMW’s Comfort Access, electronic access and ignition … Continue reading →

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Steering Recall For BMW X3

Posted on July 4, 2011 by admin

BMW has announced a recall for some 2011 X3 SUV’s built between April 2011 to June 2011. A defect with the control module in the electric power steering (EPS) unit could lead to a malfunction resulting in loss of power … Continue reading →

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Mini Cooper Fire Hazard Investigation Upgraded

Posted on May 9, 2011 by admin

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is one step closer to recalling BMW’s 2004-2005 Mini Coopers for power steering issues. There have been over 500 complaints filed with the NHTSA, and over 4,500 warranty claims filed with BMW. The … Continue reading →

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