Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V074000 Reported April 4, 1978

Electrical system:wiring:harness:front:underhood

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Electrical System · 28,819 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78V074000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
28,819
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 4, 1978

Defect Summary

The hex head bolt that connects the main wiring harness to terminal #30 may not have been tightened to the proper torque.

Corrective Action

The dealer will remove the fuse panel and retighten the 5-mm hex head bolt in the main power terminal underneath the fuse panel, without charge to owner.

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 78V074000 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 78V074000

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

What is recall 78V074000?

NHTSA recall 78V074000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on April 4, 1978. It addresses: Electrical system:wiring:harness:front:underhood. The recall affects approximately 28,819 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V074000 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.