NHTSA Recall 03V214000: Tires
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 180 vehicles. It affects 2003 BMW Z4.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V214000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TIRES |
| Report received | June 9, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 14, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vehicles equipped with 18" tires, it is possible that the tire has been damaged during the mounting process to the rim.
Safety risk
Consequently, a loss of tire pressure, or a tire failure, could occur. Depending on traffic conditions and the driver's reactions, this could lead to a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will unseat the tire from its rim, inspect for any damage, and then reseat the tire to its rim. If inspection reveals that a front tire has incurred damage during the mounting process, it will be replaced. Owner notification began july 14, 2003. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Customers can 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 03V214000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW Z4 | 2003 |
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.