Who all got your second tail light recall letter?

[Whitexi]

I just got my official "we got parts so make an appointment" letter.

Which dealer to go to now. I may go to the one that deals with Ferrari and Maserati so I can stay entertained when waiting.

[ryankokesh]

I got my recall letter a while ago, but not my we got parts letter.

[quikryptonite]

I just got a second recall letter today for the Tail Light malfunction. I was hoping that it would be for the Xenon headlights when I saw it. I thought it was really odd that they would send a second letter. My dealer had my car fixed a week after I got the first letter a few months ago.

[yura]

I didn't get any letters at all (know about the recall, though), but I also bought my car used (although from a dealer), so BMW probably doesn't know who/where I am. Do I need to register myself with BMW NA or something?

[Whitexi]

The recall is for sedans only your coupe is ok.

[iZHP]

I didn't get any letters at all (know about the recall, though), but I also bought my car used (although from a dealer), so BMW probably doesn't know who/where I am. Do I need to register myself with BMW NA or something?

They get the info from your VIN when you register the car with the state. You're the current owner.

[rikdee]

i got my second letters today. I fixed my '03 myself prior to the recall; might take the ZHP in for grins.

[quikryptonite]

You can register here:

https://www.bmwusa.com/Secured/Content/Forms/Login.aspx

[danewilson77]

I just got a second recall letter today for the Tail Light malfunction. I was hoping that it would be for the Xenon headlights when I saw it. I thought it was really odd that they would send a second letter. My dealer had my car fixed a week after I got the first letter a few months ago.

+1. I did the same thing.

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[yura]

The recall is for sedans only your coupe is ok.

Oh, I thought it affected coupes, too. Don't the coupes and sedans have identical tail lights?


They get the info from your VIN when you register the car with the state. You're the current owner.

Gotcha. Thanks for the info.


You can register here:

https://www.bmwusa.com/Secured/Content/Forms/Login.aspx

Cheers!

[Whitexi]

No there probably the same set up but there slightly different. There were a few cases of coupes affected but this recall applies to the 02-05 sedans only.

[goofiefoot]

I got my second letter this week, plus 2 calls and an email from the dealership wanting me to bring it in. BMW must be hounding their folks to get this taken care of.

[RVAzhp]

got my recall letter and already took my car in. i guess the "fixed" it...i never had any issues really.

[SoarinZHP]

I got mine yesterday... I really don't feel like dealing with it.... However- if the NTSB and the dealer think it is a problem, then it must be... Whatever.

[Johnmadd]

I got it.

[prowlerflyer]

Got it. Was fixed three weeks ago.

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[zhpnsnv]

had it fixed after the first letter.

[Oli77]

Just got the second letter about the parts being available today.

[shadowpuck]

recently received my 2nd letter.
i had long ago fixed the issue myself.

been debating what i want to do about this other than just ignore it.

[az3579]

I still haven't gotten a second letter. I'd have to revert my setup, which is a bit of a PITA, but if it means getting a new connector (on which the ground is completely burnt out with a crater in its place), then I'll do it...

[328ioc]

I have not received any letters undoubtedly due to the fact that I am the 3rd owner of my car.

Does any one know of an easy way to get the work performed with out having a letter?

I was planning on fixing the lights my self but if I can get it done for free then why not.

[az3579]

I have not received any letters undoubtedly due to the fact that I am the 3rd owner of my car.


This has no bearing on whether you get the letter or not. I am the third owner of my car as well and I received a letter.
Everybody who is affected will get a letter as long as they are the registered owner of the car. By registered, I mean with the state. The dealer goes based off State registrations.

[shadowpuck]

This has no bearing on whether you get the letter or not. I am the third owner of my car as well and I received a letter.
Everybody who is affected will get a letter as long as they are the registered owner of the car. By registered, I mean with the state. The dealer goes based off State registrations.

yup, 'tis true. also, your vehicle has to be identified as one of the ones affected by the issue.

[Newjack]

I got my second notice in the mail yesterday. I have LED tails on now, and I never had any problems with a BOW before. Do I still need to have this done?

[jayjay_dee]

thanks for the reminder guys, i received the 2nd letter last week and totally forgot about it until now...

[az3579]

I got my second notice in the mail yesterday. I have LED tails on now, and I never had any problems with a BOW before. Do I still need to have this done?

I would put your stock lights on so they can't deny coverage... I wouldn't give them an excuse. That's why I'll be putting my stock tails back in.

[danewilson77]

I have not received any letters undoubtedly due to the fact that I am the 3rd owner of my car.

Does any one know of an easy way to get the work performed with out having a letter?

I was planning on fixing the lights my self but if I can get it done for free then why not.

Take your car to dealer and tell them you want it done.

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[98Vette]

I got a second letter yesterday. Is this a major problem? I really, really hate heading to the dealership. But if it's a big deal then I will take it in. Can I get a 335 loner if they have it for the day? Sweet!

[danewilson77]

Take your car to dealer and tell them you want it done.

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Not a big deal. 15 minute diy if you're game.

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[328ioc]

Not a big deal. 15 minute diy if you're game.

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Agreed but I figure if I can get the parts replaced fo free instead of moving the ground why not do it that way. lol

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[llll1l1ll]

Oh cool, I'm not the only one who received a second letter. I actually thought it was going to be about my headlights.

Anyway, I already had my car fixed under the first recall. I don't need to take it in again, do I?

[iZHP]

I would put your stock lights on so they can't deny coverage... I wouldn't give them an excuse. That's why I'll be putting my stock tails back in.

I have RCR and I didn't put my stockies back in. But they're not LED like yours so maybe that is a good idea.

Got my parts letter yesterday. I already took care of it when I got the original notice.

[danewilson77]

Agreed but I figure if I can get the parts replaced fo free instead of moving the ground why not do it that way. lol

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I think they move the ground as well, no? Anywho....free IS better.

[328ioc]

Also some one said to make sure my car is an affected one and I haven't had time to look at the inside of the lights yet, but it is an 05 sedan and i get random bulb out warnings.

some one please correct me if I am wrong buy I believe this means it is an affected model.

[Whitexi]

I made an appointment for next Friday, I told then my plugs and carriers were shot and the lady said I may be leaving the car, and taking a loaner.

[llll1l1ll]

Also some one said to make sure my car is an affected one and I haven't had time to look at the inside of the lights yet, but it is an 05 sedan and i get random bulb out warnings.

some one please correct me if I am wrong buy I believe this means it is an affected model.

If you get random bulb out warnings despite confirming the presence of the functioning bulb, you are probably affected.

[e3thekid]

i did last week and took her in last Thursday.

[Johal E32]

i did last week and took her in last Thursday.

same, but I went in last Friday

[Daddyoh]

I received my 2nd. Now I have to decide if I want to go to the closest to me, or one that has an X3 I'd like to get for my wife, lol.
I have not had a very good experience with the closest one which is BMW of Sterling. Anybody around here have a comment on Sterling???

[Crickett]

Got mine . . . the day after leaving my car in Vegas. :P Might consider having the fix done in September in Vegas, even after having done the DIY fix a few years ago.

[jorbon]

Getting a random bulb out warning- with no bulb out. Thought it was probably the aftermarket clears the PO installed...
Can someone tell me what the fix is? I'll have to think about making the fix myself.

[danewilson77]

What bulb is it?

I have had my front corner/s do this beofre.

My fix was...

1. Remove bulb from socket.
2. Slightly bend up metal conductor in socket.
3. Apply a small dab of dielectric grease.
4. Re-install.

The above has worked for me on several occasions.

Or

Replace the socket. It's a pretty cheap fix. Sometimes the contact point gets very badly corroded.

So

Inspect the socket first...then do as prescribed.

EDIT: This is in tail light recall thread? Is this a tail light recall issue?

[Tampa330i]

I got my 2nd letter a few weeks ago. Never had anything recalled before... I just take this to a dealer and they take care of it? Free, I hope? Will it matter to BMW if I've changed the tail light housings and some of the bulb colors? I've never been to a real BMW dealership, that should be exciting :)

[bullfrogs_M3]

I got the second letter on my taillight recall. My shredder thoroughly enjoyed the taste of fine BMW letterhead paper.

[danewilson77]

I got the second letter on my taillight recall. My shredder thoroughly enjoyed the taste of fine BMW letterhead paper.

Hehe.

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[GreenFrog]

Got my second letter about a month back. Dealership 'fixed' my tail lights last week for free. I did have the bulb out warning come out several times when it was still hot out, but ever since winter came, I never got the bulb out warnings.

[spoonerDee]

I received mine a few weeks ago, but have no idea when I will get it taken care of. The closest dealers are all a few hours drive away and I work 6 days a week.

[LivesNearCostco]

I called Crevier BMW (Southern California) and made an appointment for tomorrow morning. I bought parts from them before but have never had service done there, or at any BMW dealer. I did the tail light ground wires myself in 2010 and bought new harness plugs but need the new plugs installed. They said bring any BMW invoices and they will look into reimbursing me for what I paid on the BMW parts. (I got some of the parts from Radio Shack.)

They said it will take a half day so will provide a courtesy loaner vehicle. Wonder what I'll get...

[Sockethead]

I don't have time to read all 5 pages... I'm at work. I was assuming I don't need to do this since I'm using aftermarket LED tails, yes?

[danewilson77]

Still uses the same plug....correct?

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5400-My-(Meric-s)-E46-Tail-Light-Ground-Fix....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/TL2.jpg

[Sockethead]

Still uses the same plug....correct?
Yes but much less amperage with LED, I'm guessing but then agian, there are resister packs that simulate the current draw of the standard bulbs... hmm.... guess I'd have to put my original lights in the have it done...

[LivesNearCostco]

Got it done yesterday. Only briefly inspected left side but it looks like a pretty nice job, and they did replace my black plastic socket plugs which had been melted around the old ground wire pin. I had bought those plugs last year and offered mine to them but they declined and used their own parts following the official recall campaign instructions. I will get partial reimbursement for the parts I purchased prior to the recall--they only reimburse for parts that were on their recall campaign list, and since some of my parts were not, I don't get reimbursed for those. That's okay with me.

Crevier BMW/Mini treated me very nicely even though I have never bought a car from them nor had my car serviced there before. (I have purchased parts from their parts counter.) The loaner was a 2012 128i automatic and was nice to drive but I was happy to get my car back. I asked if they had a 135i and while they did not, they offered me a choice of a 128i or 328i loaner.

Now if we could just get a ZKW HID projector bowl recall going...

[gammagoblin]

Just found this thread. Hmmmm, I have an 04 sedan, and never got any letter. I have gotten a BOW twice now. First one went away after turning the car off, second one I just flipped the corner lights on and off. Looking at the car all the lights are fine. I thought the BOW was a symptom of this but I never got a letter for the recall. Debating calling up a dealership. Also I have clears, but the tails are OEM euro clears.

[328ioc]

Just go to the dealer and tell them you want the recall taken care of. I never got any letter either but they fixed it no questions asked.

[RITmusic2k]

FYI, I called my dealer first and they told me my '04 sedan was unaffected...

[danewilson77]

FYI, I called my dealer first and they told me my '04 sedan was unaffected...

But mine was....

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[RITmusic2k]

Yeah, my initial understanding was that *all* vehicles in the date range were affected. But they had my VIN on record since that's where I bought my car, and they said it didn't qualify.

Maybe they were just blowing me off - they did the same thing when I asked for a DME update; they disregarded my statement about the 2800rpm hesitation and just said, "no, your car has the latest DME version; they haven't come out with one since like 2008." Didn't even check. Methinks I need to find a new dealer for these sort of service calls.

[cjares]

Anybody know the dates of manufacture that qualify for this? I have a 2004 sedan built in feb 2004.


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[Sockethead]

If you call the dealership and give them your VIN, they should be able to tell you what recalls you car still needs