NHTSA Recall 11V438000: Turn signal (exterior lighting) and 2 other components
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 241,000 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the BMW 325I.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V438000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | August 26, 2011 |
| Owner notification | February 15, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2001, through march 1, 2005. Over time, resistance in the electrical contacts may cause one or more rear lamp functions (tail light, brake light, and/or turn-signal), within the vehicle's body panel, to stop working.
Safety risk
Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions. This could cause a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on february 15, 2012. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V438000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 325I | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 325XI | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 330I | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| BMW 330XI | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
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.