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NHTSA Campaign Number:18V431
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Number of Units Affected 5
Turn signals that flash multiple colors may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear turn signals on the outboard side panel will illuminate red, while the inboard turn signals simultaneously illuminate amber. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear turn signal lights, and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 13, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go towww.safercar.gov.
SITUATION
BMW Group is conducting a Voluntary Non-Compliance Recall (effective June 21, 2018) on certain Model Year 2018 BMW X3 SAV vehicles produced from December 21, 2017 through March 30, 2018.
This recall involves one or both of the rear turn signals. Each turn signal consists of a section on the rear side panel and a section on the tailgate. The section on the tailgate may flash yellow instead of red.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Vehicles which require this Recall Campaign to be completed will show it as “Open” when checked either in AIR, the “Service Menu” of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or with the Key Reader.
This Recall Campaign involves approximately 5 vehicles are affected by this recall and all have been retailed.
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