Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, which is more commonly known as BMW was created in 1916. Although BMW first started out as an aircraft engine manufacturer, they are known today for their extensive line of premium cars, SUVs, and motorcycles. BMW vehicles are produced all around the world in a variety of locations such as Germany, Brazil, China, United Kingdom, and the United States.
BMW’s are often tagged with “luxury” but they do not always offer that level of service to their drivers. Many BMW drivers are left feeling frustrated with problems their automobile is providing them, that is out of their control. There are many problems that could constitute a BMW as a “Lemon” under Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York.
If you have purchased a BMW that is having maintenance or mechanical problems that don’t seem to be going away, contact the top BMW Lemon Law experts of David Gorberg & Associates for information on how the BMW Lemon Law process functions in PA, NJ, and NY.
Is My BMW a Lemon
There are a few checklist items that should be considered when trying to determine if your BMW qualifies as a “Lemon” or not. With the BMW Lemon Law criteria, it is important to know how the lemon law reviews their cases and the steps you would need to take in order to meet the requirements. First, the vehicle must still be under a warranty, no matter if the vehicle was purchased or leased. This is true for both old and new vehicles. Secondly, the defect must impact the safety of the driver or other drivers or devalue the vehicle. Lastly, the vehicle manufacturer must have been given a fair number of attempts to fix the defect before the BMW Lemon Law Process can take place.
Common BMW Lemon Law Defects
BMW vehicles continue to deal with defects that are potentially dangerous to its drivers. Although this is a well-known manufacturer, there are some common issues that you should be aware of that might help you to qualify for “Lemon” status. These issues typically leave drivers uncomfortable or anxious when it comes to driving or riding in their BMW.
The most common defect that is estimated to affect more than 50,000 units consists of a faulty brake assist system. This defect mentions a higher increase in risk for a crash, striking fear into many BMW drivers. The official BMW recall status indicates:
“During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available. Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.”
While this defect is most common, there are other common defects to be aware of when it comes to your BMW. Two other defects that have been widely reported include the fuel pump and seat belts. These each present their own set of hazards for the driver and other drivers on the road.
The fuel pump defect found in many BMW vehicles includes a statement that the fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. The seat belt defect (that is expected to affect more than 20,000 BMW vehicles) states a risk for the passenger that during a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury.
Each of these defects can prove to increase risk with BMW drivers, constituting for a Lemon Law case. There are a variety of BMW models that have been listed with these issues, including:
- M340i
- M340i xDrive
- 540i
- 540i xDrive
- X3 M40i
- X4 M40i
- 745Le xDrive
- Z4 M40i
- and more
If you are like many of the BMW owners who have consistently experienced issues such as the above, you may be titles to compensation under PA LEMON LAW, NJ LEMON LAW or the Magnuson Moss Warranty Improvement Act. There are many ways compensation can be granted for vehicles that fall under Lemon Law, including a buyback, reimbursement, a replacement, or cash.
If you suspect that your BMW car or SUV has a defect call us at 1-800-MY-LEMON (1-800-695-3666) or complete free lemon law case evaluation for free help by the by the PA and NJ LEMON LAW ATTORNEY.
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BMW Recalls
There have been dozens of BMW recalls issued over the past couple decades for numerous BMW models. Here are some of vehicles which have been recalled:
- 2 Series
- 3 Series
- 4 Series
- 5 Series
- 6 Series
- 7 Series
- 8 Series
- M8
- X1
- X3
- X4
- X4 M
- X5
- X5 M
- X6 M
- X7
- i3
- i8
- M2
- M4
- M5
- X2
- X3 M
- X4 M
- X6
- Z4
If you’re a BMW owner and have experienced issues that you believe originate from a recall, or if you just want more information about how recalls and mechanical failures in your vehicle apply to the BMW lemon law buyback program, reach out to David Gorberg & Associates at 1-800-MY-LEMON (1-800-695-3666) or complete free lemon law case evaluation for free help by the by the PA and NJ LEMON LAW ATTORNEY.
BMW Lemon Law Wins
The Lemon Law Layers at David Gorberg & Associates continue to provide BMW owners with successful lemon law claims against the manufacturer. If you believe that your BMW qualifies for “Lemon” status, call the attorneys at David Gorberg & Associates for free lemon law help. Our experience allows us to navigate the Lemon Law processes, helping our clients see their demands through for compensation of the defects. BMW commonly compensates our clients for their legal fees, so there is no risk in speaking with a Lemon Law attorney today!
