02V150000: Reprogram Fuel Pump Control System (02V150000)

02V150000: REPROGRAM FUEL PUMP CONTROL SYSTEM

NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Model(s): 2002 BMW 745i

Campaign No: 02V150000

Mfg. Campaign No: 02V150000

Number of Affected Vehicles: 00000841

Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2001 10 23

Ending Date of Manufacture: 2002 05 03

DEFECT SUMMARY

On certain passenger vehicles, the electric fuel pump runs at a rotational speed that could result in reduced lubrication of its internal components. Over an extended period of time, wear-induced internal damage to the fuel pump could result in insufficient fuel supply to the engine when the fuel tank contains one-third or less of its maximum fuel capacity.

CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY

If this were to occur, the engine could stall and not be restarted until more fuel was added to the fuel tank. This could occur even though the fuel gauge indicated that fuel still remained in the tank.

CORRECTIVE SUMMARY

Dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control system. Owner notification is expected to begin during July 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-800-332-4269.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.