Recalls for your 2001 Bmw 740i

Recalls for 2001 Bmw 740i

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1995 BMW 740i Automatic (E38)

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1995 BMW 740i Automatic (E38)

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN


Posted on: 2002-05-20
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.  

Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN


Posted on: 2001-07-02
Description
Vehicle description: 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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fan.  Owner notification began september 28, 2001.  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.

Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - TIRES:SIDEWALL


Posted on: 2001-01-05
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires.  (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models).  The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires.  The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.

Consequence
Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced.  Owner notification began march 10, 2001.  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.

Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #4 - STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION


Posted on: 2010-05-27
Description
Fcp groton is recalling certain steering center drag links, p/n 32 21 1 096 057, sold from december 1, 2009 through april 9, 2010 as replacement equipment for model year 1995 through 2001 bmw 740i, 740il, and 750il passenger vehicles.  The shaft of the steering center tie rod may shear off.

Consequence
This condition would result, without warning, in immediate and complete loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action
Fcp groton will notify owners and the tie rod will be replaced free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin on or about june 1, 2010.  Owners may contact fcp groton toll-free at 1-877-634-0063.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fcp groton steering center drag links bearing p/n 32 21 1 096 057 sold from december 1, 2009 through april 9, 2010 and has no relation to any original equipment installed on any vehicles manufactured by bmw.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .