1.2

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
140,000 miles

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problem #1

Oct 192011

318 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 BMW E46. While parked, the contact noticed both rear tail lights failed intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact that the tail light wires needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. The consumer stated a recall was issued for the problem. However, it was only for model years 2001-2003. Updated 02/08/12

- Andover, MA, USA

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