Fuel sensor recall

Fegelein · 07-16-2018, 11:05 AM

I asked my guy what the parts about and he said he's not going to tell me till he sees me, since it's so "fn" ridiculous!
I then sent the photo just posted on previous page and his response was "Crazy right ? $113000 car held up for a .10 cent zip tie."
SMH!!!

mimustang · 07-16-2018, 11:19 AM

Ok, I know I posted something about patience earlier... but a few wire ties slowing down my highly engineered German supersedan? You're killing me smallz.

Miko M · 07-16-2018, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mimustang

Ok, I know I posted something about patience earlier... but a few wire ties slowing down my highly engineered German supersedan? You're killing me smallz.

I know it's funny as hell, but I lived and worked in Germany and I must say the only way is the right way for them.
I am sure it will be perfectly fine!

ChrisG_RBP · 07-16-2018, 03:08 PM

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I was just told all cars produced on/before 6/25 are impacted. My car is at the VPC and was expected to complete the work order today but it's now been delayed to 7/19. I'm told everything is moving quickly and that the parts are readily available so it shouldn't take took long.

I just got a call from my salesman... my car reached the VDC on the 9th and was affected by the recall, but they were able to get mine processed and released to transport. He did let me know that 5 other cars were there on hold for the recall though. Hopefully they get it processed quickly for you, but mine was only delayed two days.

shayan30 · 07-16-2018, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisG_RBP

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Originally Posted by shayan30

I was just told all cars produced on/before 6/25 are impacted. My car is at the VPC and was expected to complete the work order today but it's now been delayed to 7/19. I'm told everything is moving quickly and that the parts are readily available so it shouldn't take took long.

I just got a call from my salesman... my car reached the VDC on the 9th and was affected by the recall, but they were able to get mine processed and released to transport. He did let me know that 5 other cars were there on hold for the recall though. Hopefully they get it processed quickly for you, but mine was only delayed two days.

Yup mine was one of those cars being held. Work order was completed today and they show a carrier pick up for 7/21 with a dealer delivery of 7/22. I'm hoping the car get be shipped earlier since it was a priority 1 sold car instead of waiting until Saturday. I rather take delivery during this week instead of next Monday!

dnippard · 07-16-2018, 03:16 PM

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Here you go guys

Love it!!! Thanks for that. I've just asked for my car to be delivered tomorrow now!!!

Miko M · 07-16-2018, 07:27 PM

I guess I am the only one that had this problem.
This was before mine pick up.
Had to wait for two weeks for right tank side to be delivered

Couldn't find this before, I just crossed the names, figure guys like to know

Fegelein · 07-17-2018, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Miko M

I guess I am the only one that had this problem.
This was before mine pick up.
Had to wait for two weeks for right tank side to be delivered

Couldn't find this before, I just crossed the names, figure guys like to know

As far as a recall, this isn't one, so must be a stand alone issue.

ozy · 07-17-2018, 09:57 AM

well, took the plunge and put a down pmt on an F90 that's en route to the dealer... only to find out that it is being delayed for the fuel gauge recall.....
can't catch a fing break..... argggg......

Fegelein · 07-17-2018, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by ozy

well, took the plunge and put a down pmt on an F90 that's en route to the dealer... only to find out that it is being delayed for the fuel gauge recall.....
can't catch a fing break..... argggg......

Welcome to the club! From this thread though, you will see that it's a 2 second fix with zip ties!

SpeedyDad · 07-17-2018, 11:43 AM

Does anyone know what happens if the car thinks it runs out of fuel??? I just filled up my tank and my car thinks it only has 1.5 gallons of fuel ~30 miles of range. The car is going in to service in 3 days, but I will exceed 30 miles before then. Will the car think something is seriously wrong and refuse to operate normally if the car thinks it has zero fuel?

Fegelein · 07-17-2018, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by SpeedyDad

Does anyone know what happens if the car thinks it runs out of fuel??? I just filled up my tank and my car thinks it only has 1.5 gallons of fuel ~30 miles of range. The car is going in to service in 3 days, but I will exceed 30 miles before then. Will the car think something is seriously wrong and refuse to operate normally if the car thinks it has zero fuel?

I think if gauge shows 1.5 and stopped working. You'll just get constant reminders to refuel

ozy · 07-17-2018, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Fegelein

Welcome to the club! From this thread though, you will see that it's a 2 second fix with zip ties!

thank you, it's amazing what a difference a zip tie can make...........

GUNGASLOW · 07-17-2018, 12:20 PM

Is the zip tie inside the tank or on the outside? How hard is it to get at?

SpeedyDad · 07-17-2018, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Fegelein

I think if gauge shows 1.5 and stopped working. You'll just get constant reminders to refuel

The gauge just didn’t reset back to full. It’s still dropping as I drive and will show zero soon. I’m worried the car will prevent itself from starting if it thinks the tank is empty.

Fegelein · 07-17-2018, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeedyDad

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Originally Posted by Fegelein

I think if gauge shows 1.5 and stopped working. You'll just get constant reminders to refuel

The gauge just didn’t reset back to full. It’s still dropping as I drive and will show zero soon. I’m worried the car will prevent itself from starting if it thinks the tank is empty.

Ok, that's a different story and very curious as to what will happen. Keep us posted and good luck!

onfireX5 · 07-17-2018, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeedyDad

The gauge just didn’t reset back to full. It’s still dropping as I drive and will show zero soon. I’m worried the car will prevent itself from starting if it thinks the tank is empty.

Be like Kramer from Seinfeld....keep on driving !!!!!!!!

Fegelein · 07-17-2018, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by GUNGASLOW

Is the zip tie inside the tank or on the outside? How hard is it to get at?

Here's fix

onfireX5 · 07-17-2018, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by GUNGASLOW

Is the zip tie inside the tank or on the outside? How hard is it to get at?

Just a guess from reading the doc....it's inside the tank since it can interfere with the float arm.

Gassy · 07-17-2018, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by onfireX5

Just a guess from reading the doc....it's inside the tank since it can interfere with the float arm.

Hmmm... be sure to bring it in for service at 1/4 tank or less... Sounds like they may need to drain the tank for access in this scenario.

GUNGASLOW · 07-17-2018, 12:44 PM

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Hmmm... be sure to bring it in for service at 1/4 tank or less... Sounds like they may need to drain the tank for access in this scenario.

Does that mean they have to remove the tank? Is gas tanks accessible without removing all the rear end of the cars driveshafts and rear differential? It might actually be a large labor intensive job for a stupid zip tie

Fegelein · 07-17-2018, 01:27 PM

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Does that mean they have to remove the tank? Is gas tanks accessible without removing all the rear end of the cars driveshafts and rear differential? It might actually be a large labor intensive job for a stupid zip tie

Tomorrow I take delivery @ 1, so i'll post the work order along w/ all my new pics!

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SpeedyDad Second Lieutenant 283 Rep 288 Posts Drives: 2018 F90 M5 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Los Angeles, Ca iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 E39 M5 [0.00] 2018 BMW M5 [0.00]	Does anyone know what happens if the car thinks it runs out of fuel??? I just filled up my tank and my car thinks it only has 1.5 gallons of fuel ~30 miles of range. The car is going in to service in 3 days, but I will exceed 30 miles before then. Will the car think something is seriously wrong and refuse to operate normally if the car thinks it has zero fuel? __________________ BMWs: 03 E39 M5, 22 330e, 23 X5 45e 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder 2016 Toyota 4Runner Sold - 2018 M5
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