NHTSA recall 94V-219 (94V219000)

latches, locks and linkages recall reported November 8, 1994 - about 2,180 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 94V219000
Also written as: 94V-219
Reported: November 8, 1994
Vehicles affected: ~2,180
Component: latches, locks and linkages

What is being recalled

THE DOUBLE-LOCK FEATURE CAN ENGAGE WITH OCCUPANTS AND THE DOOR/IGNITION KEY INSIDE THE VEHICLE.

Why it is dangerous

THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE WOULD BE UNABLE TO EXIT EITHER FROM THE DOORS OR FROM THE WINDOWS OF THE VEHICLE. DRIVE-AWAY PROTECTION WOULD PREVENT THE ENGINE FROM STARTING.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GENERAL CONTROL MODULE WITH ONE CONTAINING THE REVISED SOFTWARE TO PERMIT WINDOW OPENING WITH THE DOUBLE-LOCK ENGAGED AND KEY IN THE IGNITION.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 94V-219 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

BMW 525I - 1994, 1995

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