NHTSA Recall 03V240000: Engine and engine cooling
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,470 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW 745I.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V240000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | July 1, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 8, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
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 03V240000
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.