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hangover · 10-26-2010, 08:58 AM

http://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/bmw-adm...ry?id=11968495

The1 · 10-26-2010, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by hangover

http://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/bmw-adm...ry?id=11968495

Interesting, but seeing as so little has been done, i'm curious to see how fast BMW responds like it says it will.

saying something can lead people to believe things are being done, seeing things being done is a different story.

cukoodukoo · 10-26-2010, 09:41 AM

I seriously doubt it will be anything substantial.I think it might be a software update which might do more damage [to the power] than avoid more failures.WTF does he mean by saying " questions from ABC News "caused us to decide to take action sooner, rather than later. When were they planning to address the issue "if" they had a plan?

BoostedTerp · 10-26-2010, 09:51 AM

Can someone slap this Baloga guy? They insist that you can still drive with a failure but there are numerous incidents where that is not possible.

Big Bobs · 10-26-2010, 09:52 AM

It's interesting that the article states BMW found a fix for the HPFP issue back in March. Is that true?

bryce · 10-26-2010, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Bobs

It's interesting that the article states BMW found a fix for the HPFP issue back in March. Is that true?

the only thing it could be is:

933 pump
software reprogramming

those both came about around that time, but neither is a permanent fix.

bryce · 10-26-2010, 09:54 AM

it also said they wanted to test how the "fix" would react in the field. so i'm guessing everyone now will get a 933 pump and software reprogram. that'll be nice until the 933 pumps fail.

The1 · 10-26-2010, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by bryce

it also said they wanted to test how the "fix" would react in the field. so i'm guessing everyone now will get a 933 pump and software reprogram. that'll be nice until the 933 pumps fail.

not to mention reduced power untill they are sure it works properly.

hangover · 10-26-2010, 10:00 AM

How many potential customers will BMW lose over this as the N55 and N54 are used in numerous configurations?

bryce · 10-26-2010, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by hangover

How many potential customers will BMW lose over this as the N55 and N54 are used in numerous configurations?

i doubt even bmw knows that yet. only time will tell if bmw starts losing sales in their bread and butter cars (3 series, 5 series, x3, x5, etc)

JHOOPS2 · 10-26-2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by hangover

How many potential customers will BMW lose over this as the N55 and N54 are used in numerous configurations?

Probably not as many as you would think. I knew about the HPFP issue long before I bought my 1er, and it didn't detour me at all. Is it a PITA? Yes.

cukoodukoo · 10-26-2010, 10:07 AM

I am now eagerly looking for an alternative for the 5 series.I wish audi would drop in their next A6 and put the Dinosaur to rest.God will they ever change it, It looked so dated an year after it came.Now Do the 550i's have the same problems?

bryce · 10-26-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by cukoodukoo

I am now eagerly looking for an alternative for the 5 series.I wish audi would drop in their next A6 and put the Dinosaur to rest.God will they ever change it, It looked so dated an year after it came.Now Do the 550i's have the same problems?

not that i've seen or read anywhere. completely different fuel system on the 550i

Adam_NCNN · 10-26-2010, 10:12 AM

I have a 933 pump and reprogramming. Works beautifully.

What the ABC story is saying is "They have a problem, and are fixing it, extended the warranty and everything. It hasn't been a REALLY huge problem unless you get on the forums where everyone whines and complains about EVERY nitpicking thing on the car"

Reduced power in the BMW essentially turns it into a Kia. Kia is making great cars these days. I don't think their power level puts people in danger.

Disclaimer: I've driven my 135 in limp home mode. It isn't that bad actually, it's just you can't be cool and blow by everything doing the speed limit.

BMW owners tend to be the most whiny and cheap people on the face of the planet. This ABC story proves it.

"It was gonna blow up or something" WTF?

The1 · 10-26-2010, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Adam_NCNN

BMW owners tend to be the most whiny and cheap people on the face of the planet.

this is why i dislike the badge on the front and back of my car....... And one of the things that had me hesitating to buy a BMW..... But i couldn't not have this car.

JHOOPS2 · 10-26-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Adam_NCNN

BMW owners tend to be the most whiny and cheap people on the face of the planet. This ABC story proves it.

"It was gonna blow up or something" WTF?

Hey, give her a break! She is just a poor innocent 25 year old that needed Daddy to buy her a bimmer. She didn't know that her life would be in danger and that it would go boom at some point...Wait, I see your point now

-Jeff

KingOfJericho · 10-26-2010, 10:20 AM

If there is a gap in fast moving traffic and you attempt to slot in and are suddenly dealing with almost no power you are in imminent danger of being rear ended. This is exactly what happened to me but I was lucky and the guy behind me slowed down in time. The car had 7k on it and was $46,600. Excuse me for whining but I've never had that problem on my 2 Infinitis, VW, Volvo, Saab, Nissan, 3 Toyotas, or Lotus.

JHOOPS2 · 10-26-2010, 10:20 AM

I can empathize with her though. My parents let me drive a E30 325i when I was in high school...only difference was, that was in 1995 and it was a '88 model..LOL.

JHOOPS2 · 10-26-2010, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by KingOfJericho

If there is a gap in fast moving traffic and you attempt to slot in and are suddenly dealing with almost no power you are in imminent danger of being rear ended. This is exactly what happened to me but I was lucky and the guy behind me slowed down in time. The car had 7k on it and was $46,600. Excuse me for whining but I've never had that problem on my 2 Infinitis, VW, Volvo, Saab, Nissan, Toyota, or Lotus.

That is unfortunately the worst case scenario that you experienced right there. Most don't have this problem though. However, the very fact that what happened to you is a possibility should be the main reason for the recall.

-Jeff

135ARG · 10-26-2010, 10:26 AM

I had my HPFP replaced twice(I was told that my current one is the re-design) and also I have received the new software. Power feels the same, however there is a more noticeable turbo-lag. Nothing that the JB3 map5 won't fix.

135ARG · 10-26-2010, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Adam_NCNN

"It was gonna blow up or something" WTF?

KingOfJericho · 10-26-2010, 10:30 AM

I should also add that I felt no difference in power with the software update and pump replacement. Felt the same as it did on delivery day.

10-26-2010, 08:58 AM	#1
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10-26-2010, 09:51 AM	#4
BoostedTerp Private First Class Drives: '10 135i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 195 iTrader: (0)	Can someone slap this Baloga guy? They insist that you can still drive with a failure but there are numerous incidents where that is not possible. __________________ '10 Jet Black 135i

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KingOfJericho Brigadier General Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 4,241 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [4.50]	If there is a gap in fast moving traffic and you attempt to slot in and are suddenly dealing with almost no power you are in imminent danger of being rear ended. This is exactly what happened to me but I was lucky and the guy behind me slowed down in time. The car had 7k on it and was $46,600. Excuse me for whining but I've never had that problem on my 2 Infinitis, VW, Volvo, Saab, Nissan, 3 Toyotas, or Lotus. __________________ The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Bimmerpost. 2010 S4 Current \| 2010 BMW 135i GONE \| 2008 VW GTI SOLD \| 2006 Lotus Exige SOLD

10-26-2010, 10:20 AM	#18
JHOOPS2 AKA HISSMAN Drives: 2009 SG 135i Coupe' Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: USA Posts: 884 iTrader: (5)	I can empathize with her though. My parents let me drive a E30 325i when I was in high school...only difference was, that was in 1995 and it was a '88 model..LOL. __________________ (FBO) Cobb Stage 2+, AR Downpipes, Injen DCI, AA (Sport) FMIC, ER Chargepipe/Synapse BOV, Carbon fiber bits and Breyton GTS-R Wheels.

10-26-2010, 10:26 AM	#20
135ARG Private First Class Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 185 iTrader: (0)	I had my HPFP replaced twice(I was told that my current one is the re-design) and also I have received the new software. Power feels the same, however there is a more noticeable turbo-lag. Nothing that the JB3 map5 won't fix. __________________ 135i Coupe sport with: JB4, BMW Performance Exhaust, Cross Drill/Perforated front rotors, Black Kidney Grills, Carbon Mirrors, Carbon Tail, Carbon Diffuser.

10-26-2010, 09:41 AM	#3
cukoodukoo Private First Class Drives: 135i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Derby land Posts: 137 iTrader: (0)	I seriously doubt it will be anything substantial.I think it might be a software update which might do more damage [to the power] than avoid more failures.WTF does he mean by saying " questions from ABC News "caused us to decide to take action sooner, rather than later. When were they planning to address the issue "if" they had a plan?

10-26-2010, 09:52 AM	#5
Big Bobs Enlisted Member Drives: AW 135i Join Date: May 2010 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 33 iTrader: (0)	It's interesting that the article states BMW found a fix for the HPFP issue back in March. Is that true?

10-26-2010, 09:54 AM	#7
bryce Banned Drives: zhp 3-pedal Join Date: May 2010 Location: texas Posts: 3,181 iTrader: (22) Garage List 2005 bmw 330ci zhp [3.67] 2008 bmw 135i- sold [3.00] 2007 bmw 335i- sold [3.57]	it also said they wanted to test how the "fix" would react in the field. so i'm guessing everyone now will get a 933 pump and software reprogram. that'll be nice until the 933 pumps fail.

10-26-2010, 10:00 AM	#9
hangover Private Drives: 1 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: USofA Posts: 67 iTrader: (0)	How many potential customers will BMW lose over this as the N55 and N54 are used in numerous configurations?

10-26-2010, 10:07 AM	#12
cukoodukoo Private First Class Drives: 135i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Derby land Posts: 137 iTrader: (0)	I am now eagerly looking for an alternative for the 5 series.I wish audi would drop in their next A6 and put the Dinosaur to rest.God will they ever change it, It looked so dated an year after it came.Now Do the 550i's have the same problems?

10-26-2010, 10:12 AM	#14
Adam_NCNN Certifiable Drives: 135i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Upstate SC Posts: 55 iTrader: (1)	I have a 933 pump and reprogramming. Works beautifully. What the ABC story is saying is "They have a problem, and are fixing it, extended the warranty and everything. It hasn't been a REALLY huge problem unless you get on the forums where everyone whines and complains about EVERY nitpicking thing on the car" Reduced power in the BMW essentially turns it into a Kia. Kia is making great cars these days. I don't think their power level puts people in danger. Disclaimer: I've driven my 135 in limp home mode. It isn't that bad actually, it's just you can't be cool and blow by everything doing the speed limit. BMW owners tend to be the most whiny and cheap people on the face of the planet. This ABC story proves it. "It was gonna blow up or something" WTF?

10-26-2010, 10:30 AM	#22
KingOfJericho Brigadier General Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 4,241 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [4.50]	I should also add that I felt no difference in power with the software update and pump replacement. Felt the same as it did on delivery day. __________________ The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Bimmerpost. 2010 S4 Current \| 2010 BMW 135i GONE \| 2008 VW GTI SOLD \| 2006 Lotus Exige SOLD

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