Defect Description For Recall
Feed Fuel Hoses Can Harden And “Set” Over Time, Allowing A Seepage Of Fuel At The ConneCTIon Between The Hose And The Engine Fitting. The Clamp Used To Hold The Hose To The Fitting Is Unable To Compensate For The Hardening Of The Feed Fuel Hose.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
525
Year
1989
Recall Campaign Number
94V066000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fuel Seepage Between The Feed Fuel Hose And The Engine Fitting Can Result In Free Fuel In The Engine Compartment, Which Could Result In A Fire When Exposed To A Source Of Ignition.
Fix Defect
A Redesigned Feed Fuel Hose And Hose Clamp Will Be Installed To Alleviate The Fuel Seepage.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
19880601
End Of Manufacture
19930201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
116300
Date Owners Notified
19940625
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
19940411