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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 13V407📅 Sep 13, 2013

2008–2010 BMW 528I & 2008–2010 BMW 535I + 2 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).

💥 The risk

Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

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
13V407000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
134,100
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Owner phone
1-800-525-7417
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 2, 2014
Built
Mar 1, 2007 – Dec 31, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 13V407 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 13V407?

2008–2010 BMW 528I & 2008–2010 BMW 535I + 2 more. 134,100 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 1-800-525-7417.