The problem
An overstatement was made of the vehicle load capacity and designated seating capacity on the tire information placard. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: loading of the vehicle beyond the capacity weight can cause tire and vehicle damage that can result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Owners will be mailed a revised placard containg the correct vehicle and designated seating capacities and instructions for installing the placard on their vehicles. If owners prefer, their dealer can install the placard for them.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-071 (95V071000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | April 3, 1995 |
| Owners notified | August 28, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,200 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-071 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be mailed a revised placard containg the correct vehicle and designated seating capacities and instructions for installing the placard on their vehicles. If owners prefer, their dealer can install the placard for them.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,200 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.