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Checking BMW Recall Notices When Buying a Used BMW Car

Purchasing a used BMW car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by BMW to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used BMW car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have BMW recalls for the models below.

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1 Series

118d

120d

123d Convertible

123d Hatch, 118d

140

1er

2 Active Tourer/Gran Tourer

2 and X1

2 series

2 Series Active Tourer

235

240

2er (Grand Tourer)

2er Gran Coupe

3 Limousine

3 Saloon/Touring/GT

3 Series

3 Series (G20

3 Series Limousine

3 Touring

3er

3er (Limousine+Touring)

4 Series

4-Series Cabrio

5 Gran Turismo

5 Limousine

5 Series

5 Series Gran Turismo

5 Series Limousine

5 Series Touring

5er

6 / X3

6 Series

6 Series Gran Turismo

6-series Gran Coupe

640i Cabrio

7 series

740d, 520d, X3 2.0d, 116d

750d

750Ld

7er

7er Limousine

ActiveHybrid 3

ActiveHybrid X6

BMW 2 series coupe

BMW i3

BMW i8

BMW Series 5

BMW X3

BMW X4

Cabrio and Coupe

Countryman

E91 with 8TP

G21)

G5X

iX1

iX2

iX3

M coupe

M135

M2 Coupe

M3 (G80)

M3 Limousine

M340

M4 Cabrio

M4 Coupe

M4 GTS

M550d

M6 Cabrio

M6 Coupe

M6 Gran Coupe

M7X

MINI

Series 1

Series 2

Series 2 Active Tourer

Series 3

Series 4

Series 5

Series 6

Series 6 and Series 7

X1 Series

X3 and X4

X3M

X4M

X5 4.8i

X5 PHEV

X5, X6, 730d

X5M

X5M. X6M

X6M

xdrive30

Z4 Series

02/12/2016 - Bmw
7 Series, 5 Series, 5 Series Gran Turismo

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The airbag central sensor has been programmed with faulty software. In the event of an accident requiring activation of the passive safety systems, the seat-belt tensioner, front airbags and active head restraints will not be activated, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Types: 701, 7L, HY, GT, K-N1, 5L, 5K, KL; EC type-approval numbers: e1*2001/116*0490, e1*2007/46*0276, e1*2007/46*0323, e1*2007/46*0215, e1*2007/46*0508, e1*2007/46*0363, e1*2007/46*0455, e1*KS07.....

Production Dates:

Vehicles built between 2008 and 2012 are affected.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

21/10/2016 - Bmw
X3, X4, X5, X6

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The housing of the driver's airbag inflator may have been incorrectly welded. In the event of an accident involving airbag deployment, the inflator may rupture. This might lead to metal fragments passing through the airbag and causing injury to the vehicle occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0512*, e1*2007/46*0454*, e1*2007/46*0421*, e1*2007/46*0412*;Types: X3, X5, X6, X-N1.

Production Dates:

The vehicles in question were produced between 7 May 2014 and 18 November 2014.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

21/10/2016 - Bmw
X3, X4, X5, X6

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0512*, e1*2007/46*0454*, e1*2007/46*0421*, e1*2007/46*0412*;Types: X3, X5, X6, X-N1.

Production Dates:

The vehicles in question were produced between 7 May 2014 and 18 November 2014.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

21/10/2016 - Bmw
X3, X4, X5, X6

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0512*, e1*2007/46*0454*, e1*2007/46*0421*, e1*2007/46*0412*;Types: X3, X5, X6, X-N1.

Production Dates:

The vehicles in question were produced between 7 May 2014 and 18 November 2014.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

21/10/2016 - Bmw
X3, X4, X5, X6

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0512*, e1*2007/46*0454*, e1*2007/46*0421*, e1*2007/46*0412*;Types: X3, X5, X6, X-N1.

Production Dates:

The vehicles in question were produced between 7 May 2014 and 18 November 2014.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

30/09/2016 - Bmw
M2 Coupé, M3 Limousine, M4 Coupé, M4 Cabrio, M4 GTS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The bolts of the rear-axle support may potentially not have been replaced in the course of the replacement of the rear-axle differential. The bolts might loosen over time. This could result in impaired driving performance.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0377, e1*KS07/46*0012; types: M3, M3 GTS.

Production Dates:

Concerns vehicles produced between 28 February 2014 and 4 July 2016 for which the rear-axle differential was replaced between January 2015 and September 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

30/09/2016 - Bmw
M2 Coupé, M3 Limousine, M4 Coupé, M4 Cabrio, M4 GTS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0377, e1*KS07/46*0012; types: M3, M3 GTS.

Production Dates:

Concerns vehicles produced between 28 February 2014 and 4 July 2016 for which the rear-axle differential was replaced between January 2015 and September 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

30/09/2016 - Bmw
M2 Coupé, M3 Limousine, M4 Coupé, M4 Cabrio, M4 GTS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0377, e1*KS07/46*0012; types: M3, M3 GTS.

Production Dates:

Concerns vehicles produced between 28 February 2014 and 4 July 2016 for which the rear-axle differential was replaced between January 2015 and September 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

30/09/2016 - Bmw
M2 Coupé, M3 Limousine, M4 Coupé, M4 Cabrio, M4 GTS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0377, e1*KS07/46*0012; types: M3, M3 GTS.

Production Dates:

Concerns vehicles produced between 28 February 2014 and 4 July 2016 for which the rear-axle differential was replaced between January 2015 and September 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

30/09/2016 - Bmw
M2 Coupé, M3 Limousine, M4 Coupé, M4 Cabrio, M4 GTS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0377, e1*KS07/46*0012; types: M3, M3 GTS.

Production Dates:

Concerns vehicles produced between 28 February 2014 and 4 July 2016 for which the rear-axle differential was replaced between January 2015 and September 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

01/07/2016 - Bmw
X3 and X4

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The four ISOFIX child-seat attachment brackets on the rear seats are insufficiently strong and could break when under stress from dynamic turning movements. This could increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident.The product does not comply with the UNECE Regulation No. 14.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0512, e1*2007/46*0454; Type: X3, X-N1

Production Dates:

The vehicles affected were produced between 8 March 2010 and 14 April 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

22/04/2016 - Bmw
7 Series

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Check This Car for the following recall:

There might be a metallic stamping residue inside the housing of the airbag control unit. In case of a crash, it might come into contact with the circuit board and cause a short circuit. As a result, the airbags would not deploy, thus increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type: 7 L.EC type-approval: e1*2007/46*0276. Model: G11 and G12

Production Dates:

The vehicles affected were produced between October 2014 and June 2015.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View