CarRecallWatchThe 1996 BMW 840ci has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (1 report).
1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1996 BMW 840ci recalls
Most common 1996 BMW 840ci problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The Lighting Control Board Module (LKM) of the 1996 BMW 840Ci failed in a manner that caused it to catch fire even though the vehicle was not running at the time, and in fact had not been driven in several days. The fire damaged surrounding modules and wiring inside the passenger compartment of the car, and filled the garage with smoke, necessitating dispatch of the local fire department. The failure happened in the early morning hours and was only discovered by chance that allowed the fire to be put out before the car became fully involved, which could have burned the house down and killed the sleeping occupants. The failure appears to involve the electromechanical relay for the Fog Lights
1996 BMW 840ci questions
Does the 1996 BMW 840ci have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 BMW 840ci: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW 840ci?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 BMW 840ci has been fixed?
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