Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V352000 Reported November 26, 2001

Bmw/tires

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Tires · 1,318 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V352000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
1,318
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 26, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: during the tire mounting process on certain passenger vehicles built with standard (non-sport) suspension and equipped with continental contitouringcontact ch95 ecoplus tires, size 225/65r16 95h, having dot codes 4001, 4101, or 4201, the outer sidewall surface of the tires may have been cut by a sharp edge. operation of the vehicle over a long period of time could lead to a reduction of inflation pressure.

Safety Consequence

Continued driving with low inflation pressure in the tire could ultimately result in damage to the tire, affect vehicle handling and control, and could in some cases result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect all five tires for a possible cut in the sidewall, and if a cut is found, the tire will be replaced. owner notification began december 10, 2001. 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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 01V352000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V352000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V352000?

NHTSA recall 01V352000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on November 26, 2001. It addresses: Bmw/tires. The recall affects approximately 1,318 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V352000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.