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2003 BMW 745Li recalls
NHTSA has 2 safety recall campaigns on record for the 2003 BMW 745Li. Decode your VIN to confirm the exact vehicle.
Recall list
Engine and engine cooling
NHTSA 03V324000August 26, 20032,400 units
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the engine oil filter drain plug may be insufficiently tightened. This could lead to loosening of the plug causing an initial oil spray and a subsequent oil leak.
Risk: If a large amount of oil loss occurs, engine damage may result. Depending on the extent of the damage, a crash could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the torque of the oil filter drain plug and, if necessary, retighten the drain plug with the correctly specified torque. Owner notification began on september 12, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Engine and engine cooling
NHTSA 03V240000July 1, 20035,470 units
Problem: 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.
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.
Source: NHTSA recall database. A recall applies to vehicles built in a specific date range; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Questions
How many recalls does the 2003 BMW 745Li have?
NHTSA records list 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2003 BMW 745Li.
How do I know if my 2003 BMW 745Li has an open recall?
Enter your VIN on NHTSA.gov's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls). It shows unrepaired recalls for your exact vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.