Recall 03V324000: 2003 BMW 760LI and 2 other models

Report received

Aug 26, 2003

Manufacturer

Bayerische motoren werke

Potentially affected

2,400vehicles

Model years

2003

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2003 BMW 745I32 complaints
• 2003 BMW 745LI50 complaints
• 2003 BMW 760LI7 complaints