Vehicle recall 03V214000 · June 9, 2003
2003 BMW Z4
On certain vehicles equipped with 18" tires, it is possible that the tire has been damaged during the mounting process to the rim.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain vehicles equipped with 18" tires, it is possible that the tire has been damaged during the mounting process to the rim.
- Consequence
- Consequently, a loss of tire pressure, or a tire failure, could occur. Depending on traffic conditions and the driver's reactions, this could lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will unseat the tire from its rim, inspect for any damage, and then reseat the tire to its rim. If inspection reveals that a front tire has incurred damage during the mounting process, it will be replaced. Owner notification began July 14, 2003. Owners 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
- 03V214000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 9, 2003
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- July 14, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 180
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Tires
Vehicles covered
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