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Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) for the driver frontal air bag inflator; however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called the local dealer (bmw seattle, located at 1002 airport way s, seattle, wa, 98134) and was informed that parts were not available. The dealer stated that if the contact faxed over the final remedy letter he received, they would add him to the list for when parts arrived to schedule an appointment. The contact did not have access to a fax machine; however, the manufacturer was notified of the issue and informed the contact that they would email the dealer on his behalf. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Princeton bmw (3630 quakerbridge rd, hamilton township, nj) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and were not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 08/29/17*lj
Takata recall. Bmw has failed to provide any information regarding the recall. It has now been a year and a half since the recall was announced and every time i call bmw to ask for details they say there is nothing they can do. If bmw cant provide replacement airbags fast enough to fix their cars that are defective, then they need to provide loaner cars or a buy-back program. Having to wait 18 months without even getting an update as to when my car will even be fixed is ridiculous.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw of south atlanta (located at 4171 jonesboro road, union city, ga 30291, tel: (770) 969-0755) was contacted for part availability. The contact was informed that there was no part to remedy the recall. The manufacturer was also contacted, but there was no response. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 17v605000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in september of 2017. The dealer leith bmw (5603 capital blvd, raleigh, nc 27616) stated that the parts were not available for the repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tools confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available for both nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling).
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called peter pan bmw at 650-349-9077 and informed the contact that the part was not available. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v605000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over a year ago. The dealer (niello bmw, 2020 fulton ave, sacramento, ca 95825, (916) 486-1011) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. Bmw of fort wayne (929 ave of autos, fort wayne, in) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedies. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Bmw fort lauderdale refuses to replace passenger side air bag! they claim only drivers side tanaka airbag needs replacement!
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 17v605000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The contact received the recall notification in august of 2017. The dealer (bmw of devon, 20 lancaster ave, devon, pa 19333) could not provide a date for when the remedy would be available. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and was unable to receive the remedy and part within a reasonable time frame. In addition, the contact was included in nhtsa campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the recall notices stated that the remedy and parts were unavailable. The contact was uncertain as to when the vehicle would be repaired for months. A dealer was contacted (bmw of freehold, 4225 u.s. 9, freehold, nj 07728, (732) 410-6096), but the contact relocated. The manufacturer was notified of the concerns pertaining to the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v605000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted to confirm part availability as the recall notice stated that owners would receive a second notice when parts become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
-takatarecall-front passenger seat occupant detection matrecall-positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater
I am a 2008, bmw x3 driver. I had my air bag fixed (i think) yet, the air bag light is still on. Also, the brake light and engine light. I do not know what is going on. This drama is over a year old. I have supportive documents, voicemails and emails to support my efforts.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that the recall notices for nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v83000 (engine) were received in september and october of 2017. After contacting bmw of birmingham (11000 tom williams way, irondale al), the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the defects were not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recallneeds to be replaced.no dealers in area
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called beverly hills bmw (5070 wishire blvd, los angeles, ca 90036, (877) 794-4678) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the initial notification in the spring of 2016 and the final remedy notification letter in june of 2017. The dealer (wagner bmw of shrewsbury 770 boston turnpike, shrewsbury, ma, 01545) stated that the parts were unavailable, and they were only servicing 2007 models currently. The contact would be informed when it was time to bring in the vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted and made aware of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted (autoplex bmw in amarillo, texas) and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tahata recallfor 3 times i have gone to the official service bmw and never have the part that must replace by default, since 1 year
Summarydriver's front air bag: during air bag deployment cause the inflator to rupture. In an accident, the driver's front air bag module may produce excessive internal pressure that could
Seat occupation detection mat and positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater.both recalls but no remedy since september 2017. Dangerous conditions that need to be resolved immediately
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in march of 2016. The dealer (bmw of el paso, 6318 montana ave, el paso, tx, 79925) stated that the parts were unavailable for the repair and was uncertain when parts would be made available. The dealer stated that they would call the contact when the parts arrive. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Recall campaign number 17v-605. I need this part installed now.
Received 2 recall notices from bmw usa 11/17 and 12/17 for issues with the front passenger seat occupant detection mat and the engine pcv valve heater.contacted my local dealership to have them fixed.was advised that they did not have authorization from the national office to perform the repairs.when questioned about having the parts the service representative admitted that they could get the parts but would not be reimbursed for the repair because the national office had not authorized their use. Repeatedly check with them over the next several months.received the same answer again and again.contacted bmw usa directly through their customer service and spoke with their representative who stated that they did not have the parts to repair the known safety issues and were hoping to have them fixed later this year.when i informed them that the local dealership said they could get the parts they finally admitted that yes they had them but not enough to cover all the recalled vehicles so they were not authorizing repairs yet.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was brought to bmw gallery of norwood located at 918 boston providence hwy, norwood, ma to get nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) completed. Upon checking the paperwork after leaving the dealer, they were informed that the recall had not been remedied. The dealer was contacted and they informed the contact that the campaign was unable to be done due to them not having a resolution. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact's vin no longer showed under the recall due to bmw's system. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number:16v071000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Passport bmw of suitland, maryland was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Part distribution disconnect.
"takata recall" for air bags and due to the large volume of new in-flators needed to repair vehicles, the bmw dealership is not giving an eta or provide help.
My car has suddenly lost power in several occasions nearly causing an accident at 60 mph on one occasion. When power is lost steering seizes up completely. This happens with absolutely no warning whatsoever & my car has started up as though nothing is wrong after.the second issue is so well known it has been labeled as the "terrible triad" ac road all bmw forums, youtube. Twitter, etc. You can find thousands of chats & forums discussing the 3 lights which appear simultaneously due to transfer case actuator & i drive issues. My 4x4 light is on indefinitely & all of the symptoms can be felt.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact stated that the recall notices for nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v83000 (engine) were received in september and october of 2017. After contacting bmw of birmingham (11000 tom williams way, irondale al), the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the defects were not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Sheared motor mount support bracket to engine bolt at or before 112k miles.found bolt head on reinforcement plate under support bracket.
Sheared engine mount bolts on vehicle with no accidents, no off road use and only 60k miles.bmw did have a service notice on this, but we are told it has expired. It appears to be manufacturing defect, in which case bmw should fix, but they say too late.
My car has suddenly lost power in several occasions nearly causing an accident at 60 mph on one occasion. When power is lost steering seizes up completely. This happens with absolutely no warning whatsoever & my car has started up as though nothing is wrong after.the second issue is so well known it has been labeled as the "terrible triad" ac road all bmw forums, youtube. Twitter, etc. You can find thousands of chats & forums discussing the 3 lights which appear simultaneously due to transfer case actuator & i drive issues. My 4x4 light is on indefinitely & all of the symptoms can be felt.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw of monrovia (1425 mountain ave, monrovia, ca 91016, (855) 627-5361) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Seat occupation detection mat and positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater.both recalls but no remedy since september 2017. Dangerous conditions that need to be resolved immediately
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and was unable to receive the remedy and part within a reasonable time frame. In addition, the contact was included in nhtsa campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the recall notices stated that the remedy and parts were unavailable. The contact was uncertain as to when the vehicle would be repaired for months. A dealer was contacted (bmw of freehold, 4225 u.s. 9, freehold, nj 07728, (732) 410-6096), but the contact relocated. The manufacturer was notified of the concerns pertaining to the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Received 2 recall notices from bmw usa 11/17 and 12/17 for issues with the front passenger seat occupant detection mat and the engine pcv valve heater.contacted my local dealership to have them fixed.was advised that they did not have authorization from the national office to perform the repairs.when questioned about having the parts the service representative admitted that they could get the parts but would not be reimbursed for the repair because the national office had not authorized their use. Repeatedly check with them over the next several months.received the same answer again and again.contacted bmw usa directly through their customer service and spoke with their representative who stated that they did not have the parts to repair the known safety issues and were hoping to have them fixed later this year.when i informed them that the local dealership said they could get the parts they finally admitted that yes they had them but not enough to cover all the recalled vehicles so they were not authorizing repairs yet.
Nhtsa: please help, our 2008 (besides all lost time for the repaired recalls)our 2008 bmw x3 is suffering the exact as in the recall below; nhtsa 14v176000, the bmw dealer replaced the camshaft position sensors due to "engine problems"july 2020,miles 135,000this did not fix the problem.that bmw dealer, nashua nh then called us to say it would be $4,500.00 to fix.unsafe to drive, it lost power by 70% or greater-my wife, and i have been nearly _rear ended when this occured at higway sppeds-and slower local speeds ie 65mph or 30 mph limits.....we had to stop driving for life safety.1. How did bmw get away with not including the other yrs with same engine safety issues(ours 2008)and why did a bmw serv.advisor replace parts for over $1000.00 knowing that a bmw serv.bulletin had cited the manufacture defects? 3. Please help with recourse? i am sending title copy for ownership, i am awaiting copies of repairs by bmw (they are being slow / delaying)i am collecting all repair receipts at this time.again: the vehicle was moving and lost power, stalled and eventually started with lost power.
I am a 2008, bmw x3 driver. I had my air bag fixed (i think) yet, the air bag light is still on. Also, the brake light and engine light. I do not know what is going on. This drama is over a year old. I have supportive documents, voicemails and emails to support my efforts.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. Bmw of fort wayne (929 ave of autos, fort wayne, in) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedies. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available for both nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling).
My car has suddenly lost power in several occasions nearly causing an accident at 60 mph on one occasion. When power is lost steering seizes up completely. This happens with absolutely no warning whatsoever & my car has started up as though nothing is wrong after.the second issue is so well known it has been labeled as the "terrible triad" ac road all bmw forums, youtube. Twitter, etc. You can find thousands of chats & forums discussing the 3 lights which appear simultaneously due to transfer case actuator & i drive issues. My 4x4 light is on indefinitely & all of the symptoms can be felt.
Nhtsa: please help, our 2008 (besides all lost time for the repaired recalls)our 2008 bmw x3 is suffering the exact as in the recall below; nhtsa 14v176000, the bmw dealer replaced the camshaft position sensors due to "engine problems"july 2020,miles 135,000this did not fix the problem.that bmw dealer, nashua nh then called us to say it would be $4,500.00 to fix.unsafe to drive, it lost power by 70% or greater-my wife, and i have been nearly _rear ended when this occured at higway sppeds-and slower local speeds ie 65mph or 30 mph limits.....we had to stop driving for life safety.1. How did bmw get away with not including the other yrs with same engine safety issues(ours 2008)and why did a bmw serv.advisor replace parts for over $1000.00 knowing that a bmw serv.bulletin had cited the manufacture defects? 3. Please help with recourse? i am sending title copy for ownership, i am awaiting copies of repairs by bmw (they are being slow / delaying)i am collecting all repair receipts at this time.again: the vehicle was moving and lost power, stalled and eventually started with lost power.
Nhtsa: please help, our 2008 (besides all lost time for the repaired recalls)our 2008 bmw x3 is suffering the exact as in the recall below; nhtsa 14v176000, the bmw dealer replaced the camshaft position sensors due to "engine problems"july 2020,miles 135,000this did not fix the problem.that bmw dealer, nashua nh then called us to say it would be $4,500.00 to fix.unsafe to drive, it lost power by 70% or greater-my wife, and i have been nearly _rear ended when this occured at higway sppeds-and slower local speeds ie 65mph or 30 mph limits.....we had to stop driving for life safety.1. How did bmw get away with not including the other yrs with same engine safety issues(ours 2008)and why did a bmw serv.advisor replace parts for over $1000.00 knowing that a bmw serv.bulletin had cited the manufacture defects? 3. Please help with recourse? i am sending title copy for ownership, i am awaiting copies of repairs by bmw (they are being slow / delaying)i am collecting all repair receipts at this time.again: the vehicle was moving and lost power, stalled and eventually started with lost power.
Transfer case need to be repaired various times. The plastic piece inside the case keep going bad causing me to pay thousands of dollars to replace the transfer case motor and labor cost to do so. Without a proper transfer case you can not switch gears properly which almost caused an accident when trying to merge on the highway with my child in a rear car seat.
While driving, the 4x4 and break lights come on the dashboard, after a few miles of driving the power train can be felt to be failing/slipping, it is more noticeable when making a turn, according to the bmw dealership, the transfer case needs to be replaced, after some research, this seems to be a common failure with bmw cars.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. The contact recently purchased the vehicle and noticed that there was an oil leak.there were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to lauderdale bmw of pembroke pines (14800 sheridan st, pembroke pines, fl 33028, 954-620-5050) where the contact was informed of nhtsa campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) and that the cv joint needed replacement. The contact stated that the recall was remedied, but the cv joint was not replaced. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer from where it was purchased and was informed that the cv joint was not covered under a warranty. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
-takatarecall-front passenger seat occupant detection matrecall-positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. While driving, the driver's seat heating element burned through the seat to the contact's clothes. The contact sustained a burn on the right side of his behind, which required medical attention. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 203,000. The vin was not provided.
Seat occupation detection mat and positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater.both recalls but no remedy since september 2017. Dangerous conditions that need to be resolved immediately
On december 19, 2020 while driving with my driver's seat heater on warming my seat due to cold weather, i was on my way to pick up medication at the pharmacy when i noticed a sharp sting and burning sensation on my lower right side. I looked down and noticed my coat on fire. I immediately pulled over and turned the car off.i got out, frantically patted my coat that was burning, and looked at my seat to see if there was a fire and there was a hole where the heater had burned completely thru the leather seat. I got back in, didn't turn the heater on, and when i arrived home i didn't drive until that monday, december 21, 2020 i drove to my local bmw dealership that regularly services my vehicle and explained what happened and asked if there was a known recall or issues.he explained it was a known issue with the heater system in the seats failing and causing damage but currently no recalls for the issue. I asked how could that be with the danger involved?i explained it could have been tragically worse if i had caught fire and couldn't get it out. I was lucky i felt it quickly and was able to pull over andget out of the vehicle.chris at cain bmw, north canton, ohio inspected mu vehicle and gave me an estimate of $1,495.00 to replace the part of my seat affected with a new heating system and repair.i feel that this should be a recall due to the manufacturer already knowing there's an issue.i just want them to recall vehicles they know are affected and repair. Or at least voluntarily repair vehicles that report the issue. (just for clarification: i was driving thru town on a state highway and city streets) i kept the coat that caught fire just in case it would be needed later.
After turning on the driver's seat heater, it defaults to high, the left side seat bolster started to smoke. A few seconds later before my wife realized what was happening she felt her left arm and side getting a lot hotter than the rest of her seat. The seat heater then immediately burned a hole through the leather seat while my wife was driving down a city road.
The contact owns a 2008 bmw x3. While driving, the driver's seat heating element burned through the seat to the contact's clothes. The contact sustained a burn on the right side of his behind, which required medical attention. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 203,000. The vin was not provided.
I am a 2008, bmw x3 driver. I had my air bag fixed (i think) yet, the air bag light is still on. Also, the brake light and engine light. I do not know what is going on. This drama is over a year old. I have supportive documents, voicemails and emails to support my efforts.
-takatarecall-front passenger seat occupant detection matrecall-positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater
Transfer case need to be repaired various times. The plastic piece inside the case keep going bad causing me to pay thousands of dollars to replace the transfer case motor and labor cost to do so. Without a proper transfer case you can not switch gears properly which almost caused an accident when trying to merge on the highway with my child in a rear car seat.
The front passenger window regulator failed making the window not wor and sit in the frame wrong at high speeds it sounds like the window will shatter
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