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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 02V138📅 May 20, 2002

2001 BMW 325CI & 2001 BMW 325I + 20 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor CAN cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.

💥 The risk

If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 2001. This is a supplement to a recall that began during september 2001 (see recall campaign 01V206). 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V138000
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Vehicles affected
1,550
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Owner phone
1-800-831-1117
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V138 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V138?

2001 BMW 325CI & 2001 BMW 325I + 20 more. 1,550 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized BMW dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-831-1117.