Vehicle Recalls & Defects
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2006 BMW 3-Series NHTSA Vehicle Recall Details |
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2006 BMW 3-Series Overview |
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| Class: | Luxury Cars |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 |
| Curb Weight: | 3417 |
| Wheelbase: | 108.7 |
| EPA city/hwy: | 20/30 |
| Fuel Capacity: | 15.9 |
| Drivetrain: | Rear Wheel Drive |
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NHTSA Campaing ID Number 07E023000 |
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| Make: | BMW | Model: | 325CI | Year: | 2006 |
| Manufacturer: | Cardone Industries, Inc. |
| NHTSA Campaing ID Number: | 07E023000 | Recall Date: | 03/29/2007 |
| Component: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER |
| Potential Number Of Units Affected: | 13128 |
Summary:
Certain cardone master cylinders with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. the seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid. |
Consequence:
Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. |
Remedy:
Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. the recall is expected to begin during april 2007. owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780. |
| Notes: | BMW 325CI |
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NHTSA Campaing ID Number 06V400000 |
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| Make: | BMW | Model: | 3-SERIES | Year: | 2006 |
| Manufacturer: | Bmw Of North America, Llc |
| NHTSA Campaing ID Number: | 06V400000 | Recall Date: | 10/18/2006 |
| Component: | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM |
| Potential Number Of Units Affected: | 25 |
Summary:
On certain vehicles, one of the suspension control arm and swivel bearing connection bolts was not tightened correctly. the bolted connection could loosen. |
Consequence:
The bolted connection could break which could impair vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the bolted connection and, if necessary, adjust the connection. in some cases, it may be necessary to replace the suspension control arm and the swivel bearing. the recall began on november 21, 2006. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. |
| Notes: | BMW 3-SERIES |
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