Vehicle recall 03V160000 · April 29, 2003
BMW 325Ci, 325i and 2 more models
On certain passenger vehicles, the window lifting anti-pinching device might not function properly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles, the window lifting anti-pinching device might not function properly.
- Consequence
- Occupants could be pinched by a window that is being closed.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the electronic control unit for the window lifting anti-pinching device. Owner notification began may 27, 2003. 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 1-800-831-1117.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V160000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 29, 2003
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- May 27, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 13,100
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
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