NHTSA Recall 03V483000: Electrical system: wiring
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,000 vehicles. It affects 2003 BMW R Model.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V483000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | November 25, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the electrical wiring for the oxygen sensor and the ignition lead for the right-hand secondary spark plug have a parallel routing over part of their installation path. The close proximity of these cables may allow the signal from the ignition lead to interfere with the signal from the oxygen sensor wiring.
Safety risk
As a result, engine hesitation or misfiring could occur, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the electrical wiring to the oxygen sensor. Owner notification began december 10, 2003. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.
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 03V483000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW R Model | 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.