2003 BMW 745I Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 BMW 745I. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 03V324000Aug 26, 20032,400 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling
  Covers: BMW 745I 2003, 745LI 2003, 760LI 2003

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, the engine oil filter drain plug may be insufficiently tightened. This could lead to loosening of the plug causing an initial oil spray and a subsequent oil leak.

  Possible consequence: If a large amount of oil loss occurs, engine damage may result. Depending on the extent of the damage, a crash could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the torque of the oil filter drain plug and, if necessary, retighten the drain plug with the correctly specified torque. Owner notification began on september 12, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

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• 03V240000Jul 1, 20035,470 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling
  Covers: BMW 745I 2002–2003, 745LI 2002–2003

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, due to a software error, a desynchronization of the valvetronic motors for engine banks I and ii may occur. If this occurs, the engine could stall.

  Possible consequence: In those cases, the driver may not be able to restart the engine. Depending on the level of engine roughness, or stalling, as well as traffic conditions and the driver's reactions, this could lead to a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the digital engine management control unit. Owner notification began july 8, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

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