Safety Recall NHTSA · 94V017000 Reported January 27, 1994

Equipment:electric power accessories:windows

Q: What is recall 94V017000?

NHTSA recall 94V017000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on January 27, 1994. It addresses: Equipment:electric power accessories:windows. The recall affects approximately 1,400 vehicles , with the defect involving the Visibility component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Visibility · 1,400 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

94V017000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Bmw Of North America, Llc

Component

Visibility

Vehicles Affected

1,400

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

January 27, 1994

Defect Summary

The remote activation device can close windows and sunroof from a distance greater than the maximum (6 meters) permitted by fmvss no.118, "power operated window systems."

Safety Consequence

Consequence of non-compliance: this could allow windows or sunroofs to be closed on an arm or neck of an individual when the remote device operator is not within the immediate vicinity.

Corrective Action

Replace the inside rear view mirror which has the activation receiver with one whose receiver will control the door locking and theft alarm, but will not permit remote operation of the windows and sunroof.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 94V017000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 94V017000

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

What is recall 94V017000?

NHTSA recall 94V017000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on January 27, 1994. It addresses: Equipment:electric power accessories:windows. The recall affects approximately 1,400 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 94V017000 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.