1999 BMW E46Bmw E46 1999

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 1999 BMW E46.

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Are there recalls for the 1999 BMW E46?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 1999 BMW E46, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 85576 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 51122 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • B000706 - EQUIPMENT: When using the key reader to retrieve information from the customer??A???A???A?S key, the data is not updated or current.
  • B630516 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Moisture is visible on the inside of one or both headlights
  • SIB110901 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding voluntary emissions recall campaign no. 02e-a01 relating to the premature failure of the crankcase ventilation hose. *tt
  • SIB240202 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Subject regarding hard shifts, leak at torque converter seal. *tt
  • 240998 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Experiencing a clunk noise heard/felt during situations of load reversal. *tt
  • 240200 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM): Customers may complain of hard or no shift and gear error fault codes 50, 52, 53, or 55 in the transmission control module. *tt
  • 240500 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Customers may complain about erratic/harsh shifting and the transmission light is illuminated and no start/no crank condition. *tt
  • 610201 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customers may complain of headlight brightness and idle speed fluctuations when both seat heating elements are turned on. *tt
  • 610201 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer may complain of headlight brightness and idle speed fluctuations when both seat heating elements are turned on. *tt
  • 121599 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Voluntary emissions recall 00e-ao1 - fault access / o2 readiness codes. Bmw has determined that due to an engine control module software error, a communication conflict exists between the engine control module and the transmission contr
  • 840700 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Subject regarding the bmw color accessory navigation system for vehicles manufactured up to 9/99. *tt
  • 720600 - AIR BAGS: Subject regarding hps (head protection system) airbag replacement on sedans produced up to 9/99. *tt
  • 110500 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Experiencing a buzzing or rattling noise heard coming from engine compartment. *tt
  • 720700 - AIR BAGS: Subject regarding mrs 3 satellite sensors replacement for side airbag on sedans manufactured from 09/99 up to 11/99 and coupes manufactured up to 11/99. *tt
  • 840600 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Information on retrofitting adapter cable for mk ii plus navigation computer on certain vehicles. *tt
  • 160200 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Subject regarding distributor piece / fuel tank filler pipe replacement on convertibles produced in 11/99. *tt
  • 510100 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Information regarding creaking, squeaking, clicking noises from window regulator installed on sedans produced prior to 2/00. **mr
  • 240200 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Customer complaint of hard or no shift along with gear error fault codes on 1999 and 2000 model year vehicles. *tt
  • 040600 - EQUIPMENT: Information regarding the dsc iii test cable. *tt
  • 040300 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE: Information on the fuel level sender spanner. *tt
  • 510399 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Subject regarding memory mirrors on vehicles (from 9/99 production) fitted with the seat memory option. *tt
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20111018

Tl* 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

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