Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| SI-B11-07-09 | 08/01/2009 | 10030850 | Bmw: thermostat housing inspection. the retaining springs of the thermostat housing quick release couplings for the coolant hoses may not be locked correctly. this situation may result in a coolant leak. models affected are m3 sedan (e | 12/09/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE | |||||
| SI-B11-07-09 | 08/01/2009 | 10030850 | Bmw: thermostat housing inspection. the retaining springs of the thermostat housing quick release couplings for the coolant hoses may not be locked correctly. this situation may result in a coolant leak. models affected are m3 sedan (e | 12/09/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| SI-B12-22-08 | 04/01/2009 | 10029304 | Bmw: as originally installed, the dme programming may cause the obd diagnostic to erroneously evaluate the efficiency of the catalytic converters. model e46 (m3) coupe and convertibles. *pe | 07/06/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||||
| SI-B12-22-08 | 10/01/2009 | 10032574 | Bmw: voluntary emissions recall 08e-a03; m3 s54-dme reprogramming for catalyst conversion diagnosis. the dme programming, as originally installed, may cause the obd diagnostic to erroneously evaluate the efficiency of the catalytic conver | 04/14/2010 | |
| SI-B12-22-08 | 04/01/2009 | 10029304 | Bmw: as originally installed, the dme programming may cause the obd diagnostic to erroneously evaluate the efficiency of the catalytic converters. model e46 (m3) coupe and convertibles. *pe | 07/06/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 10/06/2004 | 1 | ||
| Consumer stated that vehicle was not running properly. he took vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. vehicle was making a grinding/humming noise. dealer stated that they could not let him drive vehicle out of the shop because vehicle was dangerous. dealer told consumer that there was a recall on vehicle concerning connecting rod being defective. it could break or bend, which could cause an accident or injury . dealer told consumer that they were forced to keep his vehicle. consumer stated that he had not received a recall in the mail or heard of any recall. dealer, laiderdale bmw located in fort lauderdale, florida. phone 954 527 3800.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 05/20/2004 | 7300 | 2 | |
| While driving 60 mph vehicle stalled. consumer was unable to restart vehicle. it was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced due to a blow out. mechanic replaced it. however, the problem recurred. *ak | |||