Vehicle recall 09V327000 · August 11, 2009
2009 BMW Z4
A defective crimp connector in a belt tensioner wiring plug may lead to increased electrical resistance of that connection.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 Z4 30I and 35I vehicles manufactured between March 10 and March 19, 2009. A defective crimp connector in a belt tensioner wiring plug may lead to increased electrical resistance of that connection.
- Consequence
- Increased electrical resistance in that circuit could cause the safety belt tensioner to fail to deploy in a crash, possibly resulting in increased injury to the seat occupant.
- Remedy
- The safety belt tensioner wiring will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2009. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V327000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 11, 2009
- Filed by
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner notification
- September 5, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 195
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring
Vehicles covered
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