NHTSA Recall 01V352000: Tires: sidewall
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,318 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the BMW 525I.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V352000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TIRES › SIDEWALL |
| Report received | November 26, 2001 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: during the tire mounting process on certain passenger vehicles built with standard (non-sport) suspension and equipped with continental contitouringcontact ch95 ecoplus tires, size 225/65r16 95h, having DOT codes 4001, 4101, or 4201, the outer sidewall surface of the tires may have been cut by a sharp edge. Operation of the vehicle over a long period of time could lead to a reduction of inflation pressure.
Safety risk
Continued driving with low inflation pressure in the tire could ultimately result in damage to the tire, affect vehicle handling and control, and could in some cases result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect all five tires for a possible cut in the sidewall, and if a cut is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began december 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).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V352000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 525I | 2002 |
| BMW 525IA | 2002 |
| BMW 525IA Sport Wagon | 2002 |
| BMW 530I | 2002 |
| BMW 530IA | 2002 |
| BMW 540IA | 2002 |
| BMW 540IA Sport Wagon | 2002 |
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.