Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V065000 Reported May 22, 1985

Wheels:disc:spider

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Wheels · 40 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V065000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
40
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 22, 1985

Defect Summary

Incorrect machining of the seating surface of the wheels where it contacts the hub of the car may prevent the wheels from mounting securely to the hub. This may cause the wheel to break and could fall off. consequence of defect: the wheels could loosen and a crash could occur. owners should not drive their cars until repair work has been done.

Corrective Action

Scrape the center bore of the rim so it can clear the center of the hub.

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 85V065000 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 85V065000

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

What is recall 85V065000?

NHTSA recall 85V065000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on May 22, 1985. It addresses: Wheels:disc:spider. The recall affects approximately 40 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V065000 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.