Sections: F25 X3, Recalls/Bulletins Jul 5th, 2011 1 Comment 
But don’t be alarmed X3 owners. It’s only 50 cars produced late this spring. The full release after the break.
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Sections: //1M\\, BimmerCast, F25 X3, F30 3 Series, Recalls/Bulletins Nov 5th, 2010 10 Comments 
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We start off the show talking about why one of us broke down and bought an A3. How does the A3 compare to the new 4 door GTI and MINI Countryman we just drove? We break it down in detail.
From there we talk about Michael’s drive in the X3 28i and how it’s likely going to be a success for BMW. But the X3 is important in more ways than one. For us enthusiasts it gives us a glimpse at the next 3 Series since they will both share electronics and a chassis (to some extant).
Michael gives us the inside scoop on the HPFP issue straight from the sources. If you want to know what (exactly) will happy if the HPFP fails, you’ll want to listen. We also coin the term “the happy pump” which of course is the one you want in your N54 equipped BMW.
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Sections: Recalls/Bulletins Oct 26th, 2010 13 Comments 
BMW to Conduct Voluntary Emissions and Safety Recalls
BMW of North America has just notified the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of its intent to conduct a voluntary recall of some model year 2007-2010 BMWs equipped with twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engines, all of which feature BMW’s High Precision Injection direct fuel injection system. It has also asked for approval from the California Air Resources Board to conduct this action. Affected vehicles may experience a failure of the high-pressure fuel pump. This is a known issue with the N54 twin turbo and will come as a very welcome news to owners.
Symptoms include long-crank engine starting times along with the illumination of the “Service Engine Soon” light. In certain cases, the driver may experience reduced engine performance in a Safe Mode accompanied by a tone and the illumination of the “Engine Malfunction” light. Based on the individual service history of the vehicle, the action will entail replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump and/or a software update.
Approximately 130,000 vehicles are potentially affected with about 40,000 expected to require a new high pressure fuel pump. Affected BMW models include:
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Sections: E60 5 Series, E63/E64 6 Series, E65/E66 7 Series, Recalls/Bulletins, Rolls Royce Sep 30th, 2010 1 Comment BMW of North America is submitting a letter to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) this week announcing a voluntary recall of approximately 198,000 V8 and V12-powered BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars models produced between the 2002 and 2010 model years. In the affected vehicles, a leak may develop in the power braking system, potentially causing a vacuum loss and consequent reduction of power braking assistance. Mechanical braking is still available to slow and stop the vehicle. There has been no report of accidents or injuries.
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Sections: E81/82/E87 1 Series, Recalls/Bulletins Jun 12th, 2010 3 Comments 
According to Consumer Reports and Cars.com BMW is recalling every 1 Series ever sold in the US due to a seat belt pretensioner that could ignite. Apparently the NHTSA has deemed that the pretensioner is too close to the sound insulation materials in the B-pillar and thus could lead to fire.
Because BMW doesn’t have a fix yet for this issue they have halted sales of the 1 Series in the US market. The fix should be coming very soon and rest assured engineers are working on it as we speak.
Sections: //X5 M\\, Recalls/Bulletins Apr 27th, 2010 2 Comments 
With several erroneous stories out there about the just announced X5 M recall, we thought it was our duty get a little clarity around the issue and answer some of your questions. So we spoke with with Matthew Russell (from BMW Product & Technology Communications department) about the recall and what exactly is behind it.
BimmerFile: First off what product is affected:
BMWNA: 2010 BMW X5 M SAVs produced between 7/1/09 and 1/25/10. Approximately 735.
BF: What’s the issue exactly?
BMWNA: The affected vehicles were not equipped with the power supply cables for the front side marker lamps (lamps are located in the outer corner of the headlight cluster).
BF: What can happen?
BMWNA: The front side marker lamps will not illuminate.
BF: Does this affect the ability to signal for turns?
BMWNA: No. Turn signal and hazard light operation are not affected.
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Sections: E46 3 Series, Official News, Recalls/Bulletins, Safety, Video May 30th, 2009 4 Comments Many owners of 99-06 model year BMW 3 series vehicles have reported failures of the rear-axle supports in the vehicles sub-frame caused by cracking and defects. BMW has steadfastly denied any charges of wrongdoing made against it in the lawsuit but has issued the following statement and owners or leasees can refer to an established website for further information.
BMW NA Official Statement. BMW has agreed to a proposed settlement of a class action lawsuit concerning the Sub-Frame structures on 3 Series (“E46”) models produced from 1999 through 2006. Under rare conditions the attachment points of the Sub-Frame may develop a fracture or crack. BMW has prepared an inspection, approved repair procedure, and reimbursement policy in keeping with the terms of the proposed class settlement. Details will be forthcoming, pending the court’s final approval of the proposed class settlement. In advance of the final settlement, BMW customers with questions should visit www.E46subframeclassactionsettlement.com.
Here is a video displaying the aforementioned fracture
Sections: E60 5 Series, E71 X6, E81/82/E87 1 Series, E90 3 Series, Official News, Recalls/Bulletins May 23rd, 2009 1 Comment We have received many questions regarding the longevity of the high pressure fuel pump in N54 powered BMW models (335, 535, X6 35, 135) since their inception. While the longevity has not been established for the pumps as they are still fairly new in concept, there have been some premature failures. These failures have affected a small percentage of cars but they have been widely discussed on the internet.
BMW recently sent out letters to customers of 2007/2008 MY cars announcing that the warranty on the HPFP has been increased to 10 years or 120,00 miles. This shows BMW’s commitment to engineering a reliable product and standing behind it. So all you on the fence about buying that used 335i because of possible fuel pump issues can feel a bit more comfortable.
Here is an example of the letter sent out to customers/ Warranty Extension Letter
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