Defect Description For Recall
Certain Aftermarket BMW Bike Carriers, P/N 82110393954, Sold For Use On My 2005 BMW X3 And X5 Vehicles. A Pinch Bolt Exists Between The Bike Arm Bracket And The Upright Assembly Of The Hitch Style Bicycle Rack.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
82110393954
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
07E069000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
When Moving The Bike Arm Bracket To Its Down Position, This Pinch Point Has The Potential Of Causing A Severe Injury To The User’S Finger Or Hand.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners And Provide A Repair Kit Along With Repair InstruCTIons Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On September 13, 2007. Owners Can Contact BMW Customer Relations And Services Toll-Free At 800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
675
Date Owners Notified
20070913
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20070906