recall information
Recall number
REC-002399
PRA number
2001/5017
Campaign number
00 17 13 01 00
Original published date
make and model information
Make
BMW
Model
E46, E38, E39, E53
Affected units
2,546
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing problem with the auxiliary cooling fan electronics, the fan may become thermally overloaded, thereby reducing the cooling system performance which could in turn cause the engine to overheat.
What are the hazards?
Fire
What should consumers do?
Contact your BMW Dealer. For further information ring BMW Access Centre on free call 1800 813 299.
Supplier details
BMW Australia Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
