NHTSA Recall 00V048000: Switch (exterior lighting)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,700 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the BMW 323I.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V048000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | February 17, 2000 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
Safety risk
If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.
Notes
Owner notification began may 15, 2000.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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V048000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 323I | 2000 |
| BMW 328I | 2000 |
| BMW 528I | 2000 |
| BMW 528IT | 2000 |
| BMW 540I | 2000 |
| BMW 540IT | 2000 |
| BMW 740I | 2000 |
| BMW 740IL | 2000 |
| BMW 750IL | 2000 |
| BMW M5 | 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.