BMW 535i defect alert!

Many concerned and frightened drivers are repeatedly visiting the local BMW service center, complaining about fuel pump failure. This is nothing new–the manufacturer is aware of the problem and has extended the warranty on the part.  The extension of the warranty on the part is a nice gesture on the part of the manufacturer, however, it does not address the danger it can potentially put a driver in.

Drivers usually report experiencing a sudden loss of power and even stalling when the car is traveling at high rates of speed (typically above 55 MPH).

This poses a significant and serious danger to the driver and the occupants of the vehicle.

If you sense that you are having problems with your fuel pump, get to an authorized BMW dealership as soon as possible.  Make sure that you receive a repair invoice when you pick up the car which clearly outlines the problem you complained about; even if they say the problem is due to bad gas.

MAKE SURE YOU KEEP TRACK OF THESE PAPERS.  If the problem remains unresolved you will need all your documentation.

The recent safety warning which appeared in the Consumer Reports magazine, is the latest blow to Toyota. The report states that the Lexus GX460 which costs around $50,000, has an unusually high risk of rollovers during terns. According to the magazine, when pushed to the limits on a test track, the rear of the vehicle slid out until it was almost sideways before the electronic stability control was able to take over.

Toyota immediately suspended the sales of the model which has been in the market for only several months, and issued a statement with regards to the manufacturer’s efforts to identify and correct the defect.

In the mean time, consumers who have already purchased or lease the vehicle are reporting that they are not being offered any solid answers. Reports indicate that some Lexus dealers are warning consumers to avoid driving the vehicle. Some dealers are even going to the extent of offering loaners for an indefinite period of time.

Consumers should meticulously keep records of any out-of-service time they have incurred due to this latest development.

This beautiful 2009 BMW is blue…. But there may be a lemon underneath.

BMW 335i defect alert!

Many concerned and frightened drivers are repeatedly visiting the local BMW service center, complaining about fuel pump failure. This is nothing new–the manufacturer is aware of the problem and has extended the warranty on the part.  The extension of the warranty on the part is a nice gesture on the part of the manufacturer, however, it does not address the danger it can potentially put a driver in.

Drivers usually report experiencing a sudden loss of power and even stalling when the car is traveling at high rates of speed (typically above 55 MPH).

This poses a significant and serious danger to the driver and the occupants of the vehicle.

If you sense that you are having problems with your fuel pump, get to an authorized BMW dealership as soon as possible.  Make sure that you receive a repair invoice when you pick up the car which clearly outlines the problem you complained about; even if they say the problem is due to bad gas.

MAKE SURE YOU KEEP TRACK OF THESE PAPERS.  If the problem remains unresolved you will need all your documentation.