BMW 735Il (1990) – 96V111000

Defect Description For Recall

The Brake Light Switch Can Fail Allowing The Switch To Remain In The “Brake Lights Off” Position Or In The “Brake Lights On” Position.

Make Of Vehicle

BMW

Model Of Vehicle

735IL

Year

1990

Recall Campaign Number

96V111000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Effect Of Defect

If This Happens, The Brake Lights Either Will Not Operate Or Will Be Continuously On, Regardless Of Brake Pedal Position. Following Drivers Would Not Be Able To Determine Whether The Vehicle Is Stopping, Increasing The Potential For A Vehicle Accident.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Replace The Existing Brake Light Switch With A Newly Designed Switch.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Bayerische Motoren Werke

Start Of Manufacture

19900101

End Of Manufacture

19940301

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

180000

Date Owners Notified

19960930

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

BMW Of North America, Llc

Date Report Received

19960701

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard