| Id | Vehicle Make | Vehicle Model | Model Year | Complaint Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 007105337 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | the driver owns a 1999 bmw 540i with 72,579 miles. over the past two months the disc bmw electronic stability control system icon and the amber |
| 007105336 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | the driver owns a 1999 bmw 540i with 72,579 miles. over the past two months the disc bmw electronic stability control system icon and the amber |
| 002062408 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | When shifting into reverse, there is a hesitation before transmission shifts in. hesitation time is increasing. also, when stepping on pedal for |
| 002062407 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | When shifting into reverse, there is a hesitation before transmission shifts in. hesitation time is increasing. also, when stepping on pedal for |
| 002062406 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | When shifting into reverse, there is a hesitation before transmission shifts in. hesitation time is increasing. also, when stepping on pedal for |
| 002062405 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | When shifting into reverse, there is a hesitation before transmission shifts in. hesitation time is increasing. also, when stepping on pedal for |
| 004059850 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | Without warning a crack appeared in the radiator housing causing a loss of antifreeze. car was out of warranty. had to replace the part. same thing |
| 005052913 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | I think this is ridiculous that the 60,000 dollar bmw 5 series with dsc and abs continually have abs control module failures. the part is obviously a |
| 005049124 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | I own a 2001 bmw 540i. i will put the car in drive, the car will move really slow, as i give it a little gas to go, the car will only rev up then jump |
| 005047916 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | Abs warning and dsc light is on indicating failure of abs electronic module. abs and dsc is no longer operable. this is a safety issue since the car |
| 005030663 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | 1997 bmw 540i fuse to the fuel injector blew out.***no answer required*** *mr the vehicle would all of a sudden die when in motion due to the blown |
| 005030662 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | 1997 bmw 540i fuse to the fuel injector blew out.***no answer required*** *mr the vehicle would all of a sudden die when in motion due to the blown |
| 005030661 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | 1997 bmw 540i fuse to the fuel injector blew out.***no answer required*** *mr the vehicle would all of a sudden die when in motion due to the blown |
| 005030660 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | 1997 bmw 540i fuse to the fuel injector blew out.***no answer required*** *mr the vehicle would all of a sudden die when in motion due to the blown |
| 005014958 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | The radiator neck broke off while driving at highway speed on my 1997 540i. it is a common problem with bmw by all accounts, owners, technicians and |
| 005012446 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH DRIVERS AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK |
| 005012441 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH DRIVER'S AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK |
| 005005077 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | White steam was coming from under the hood onto the front windshield. the steam was fogging the windshield, and causing poor visibility while driving |
| 004001303 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | 2nd catastrophic radiator failure. not a leak, the neck breaks off causing immediate loss of cooling. 1st radiator at 45k, 2nd at 92k. based on other' |
| 004310011 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | (1) replaced water pump and accessory belts. on a forum that i read, many suggest replacing the radiator when replacing the water pump, as preventive |
| 004287686 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | (1) normal driving conditions; noticed "steam" coming from under hood. 2) radiator's upper hose inlet cracked (plastic); car disabled (3) car out of |
| 004285967 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | I was driving down a busy street one evening and as i came to a light, smoke started coming out of my hood. fortunately it was in the evening and |
| 003285140 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | The front strut spring perch failed on my 1997 model bmw 540i. the perch cut into tire. his happened at low-speed, so no injuries resulted ( |
| 004283972 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | Buckle on the seat belt is in a depressed position, preventing the latch from locking. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, who said it would |
| 004283072 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | While driving on the freeway, the electronic coolant thermostat shorted out and caused engine wiring harness the burn up. this caused the enigine to |
| 004281995 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | Dealership was unable to perform the front spring strut recall 04v183000 repairs within a reasonable time. the consumer contacted customer service |
| 004281872 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | WHILE DRIVING COOLANT WAS LEAKING FROM THE RADIATOR. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK |
| 003273437 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | While driving at any speed consumer heard a screeching sound coming from the brakes. the screeching occurred whether the brakes were depressed or |
| 003273436 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | While driving at any speed consumer heard a screeching sound coming from the brakes. the screeching occurred whether the brakes were depressed or |
| 003273435 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | While driving at any speed consumer heard a screeching sound coming from the brakes. the screeching occurred whether the brakes were depressed or |
| 004270269 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | During a down shift, my car sometimes jump forward a foot or so and makes a thump down shifting noise. this forces me to apply the break quickly. |
| 003265605 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Plastic neck of radiator on my '98 bmw 540ia broke completely and suddenly on highway. white smoke came out under the hood. saw temp gauge climb up |
| 004255390 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | The driver seat creates a clicking noise and moves out of place (very minor movement) at numerous times (as in not in locked position) while making |
| 003246098 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | RADIATOR FAILURE (BLOCKED). *LA |
| 003244927 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | RADIATOR FAILURE. *AK |
| 001244917 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | THE RADIATOR IN MY 1997 BMW 540I HAS FAILED TWICE SINCE I HAVE OWNED IT. I SEE THIS AS A SAFETY ISSUE. *AK |
| 003244844 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Multiple coolant defects on the 1998 540. the car has now had 3 radiators, 3 thermastats, water tube seals replaced twice, and a water pump. the |
| 003244843 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Multiple coolant defects on the 1998 540. the car has now had 3 radiators, 3 thermastats, water tube seals replaced twice, and a water pump. the |
| 003244842 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Multiple coolant defects on the 1998 540. the car has now had 3 radiators, 3 thermastats, water tube seals replaced twice, and a water pump. the |
| 003242023 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | Water pump failure.this is a known defect that involves a high percentage of the e39 540i bmw. the failure of the pump is known to happen between 5000 |
| 003236640 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Driver-side front wheel bearing makes noise when wheel spins freely. this was reported several times to dealer in past. dealer replaced passenger- |
| 003236639 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Engine cooling radiator hose fitting broke off. lost all coolant on highway. dealer replaced radiator under warranty and stated it is common failure |
| 002236637 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Engine doesn't rev up above 4500 rpms and misfires. engine check light on. dealer replaced one of two catalytic converters under warranty. according |
| 002236631 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | ENGINE IDLES ROUGH AND STALLS WHILE DRIVING. DEALER REPLACED FAULTY CAMSHAFT SENSOR UNDER WARRANTY. |
| 002236630 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | TRUNK LATCH FAILED. TRUNK STAYS OPEN. DEALER REPLECED ACTUATOR. |
| 001236629 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Sunroof failed and moving up and down on bumps. dealer replaced sliding mechanism. still rattles and doesn't function properly. dealer declines to fix |
| 001236627 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Both sun visors cracked along weld seam. replaced by dealer. temperature control switche covers broken. replaced by dealer. noticed the design of new |
| 003234110 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | I bought a bmw 540i in 1996 used at 45,000 miles from a dealership. when shifting into reverse transmission would be delayed temporarily before |
| 003233419 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | My 1997 bmw 540i 6-speed had a radiator failure at 77,500 miles. the plastic radiator connection point for the top hose snapped off. this appears to |
| 003227303 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | Bmw 2000 540i, v8, failure (cracked, loss of coolant) of upper radiator hose connector. i had 3 1/2 yrs/45,000 miles on the car. plastic component |
| 003227292 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | RADIATOR FAILURE. *AK |
| 003219748 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | I own a 1997 bmw 540i. radiator broke at plastic attachment point. coolant leaked all over the windshield and engine. this seems to be a well known |
| 0000200998 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Technicians told me this was a common problem since manufacturer switch to plastic radiators. the upper hose fitting broke off the radiator. *ph * |
| 002196059 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | Bmw 540i electrical problems / damage to internal heating and electrical equipment. they pose a hazard due to extreme temperature change in the car |
| 003195950 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | RADIATOR FAILURE ON BMW 540I WITH ONLY 51K MILES, CAUSING LOSS OF TRACTION AND ALMOST A WRECK |
| 003194029 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | The upper radiator hose unexpectly separated from the radiator. inspection showed that the plastic radiator had broken at the hose fitting. the |
| 000167239 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | A coolant failure just like mentioned recall # 98 v 178 000 coolant system. had taken vehicle to dealer for repairs. had problems with passenger's |
| 0000166978 | BMW | 540I | 2002 | THERE IS A CONSTANT FUEL LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE CAUSING ENGINE CHECK LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE.*AK |
| 0000166977 | BMW | 540I | 2002 | THERE IS A CONSTANT FUEL LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE CAUSING ENGINE CHECK LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE.*AK |
| 000147773 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | At 85,000 miles when shifting into reverse transmission would be delayed temporarily before engaging. dealer notified manufacturer, who informed |
| 001141893 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | Consumer was traveling 60mph on interstate and side/ top airbags exploded. after they exploded, warning lights came on and vehicle lost power. |
| 0000113762 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | SPEED SENSOR FAILED, CAUSING FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION, CANNOT CHANGE GEARS.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK |
| 001103027 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | NO SUMMARY. DT |
| 001102202 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | SECOND RADIATOR FAILURE AT 56,254 MILES IN 10/19/2001 CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY. DT |
| 001076385 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | Driver uses remote key to lock auto from distance away sealing passenger in car: outside temp. 114 degrees. car design has no escape device from |
| 001074614 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | I was informed that there was an emissions recall for my 1995 bwm 540i. i contacted bmwusa to confirm the data and was informed that the vechicle was |
| 000070715 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK |
| 001065208 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | Transmission dropped out. i found two earlier reports to bmw..bmw will not make allowances...engine short block replaced by bmw at 84,500 miles under |
| 001065207 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | Transmission dropped out. i found two earlier reports to bmw..bmw will not make allowances...engine short block replaced by bmw at 84,500 miles under |
| 000055643 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | THE FRONT SEATS CABLES MALFUNCTION. AS A RESULT, THE SEATS TWIST. DEALER CONTACTED. THEY CONFIRMED THAT "THIS IS A STANDARD PROBLEM". |
| 000048137 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | DELAMINATION/SEPARATION OF TIRE TREAD FROM CASEING-3 OF THE 4 TIRES ON THE CAR, SEVERE .( DOT NUMBER: LMT8AXBU TIRE SIZE: 225/55R/16 ) |
| 000031267 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | DRIVERS SEAT "ROCKS". IF IN AN ACCIDENT I FEAR THE SEAT WILL DETATCH AND DRIVER WILL DIE. NEW SEAT RAILS WILL FIX BUT BMW WILL NOT PAY.*AK |
| 000031241 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | The drivers seat rail frame becomes loose due to elongated bolt holes, subsequently, the seat rocks during normal use. seems this might be a problem |
| 0000028812 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Handles (2 incidents) broke off in the normal action of opening the door. nothing extraordinary about the situation. seems a very cheap component on a |
| 998136989 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Consumer may be drving at any given speed. when he begins to slow down or if he downshifts and turns, engine will shut down, causing loss of steering |
| 998091970 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Steering wheel column adjustment fails. making adjustment of steering wheel and vehicle safe to operate. steering wheel and front seat adjuments fail |
| 998073219 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | TRUNK LATCH FAILED. *YC |
| 998072239 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | CATALYTIC CONVERTER SYSTEM FAILED. *YC |
| 998070927 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | INTERIOR DOOR LATCH/HANDLE BROKEN AND FELL OFF OF DOOR, MUST BE OPENED FROM THE EXTERIOR. MJS |
| 998052372 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | I have drive standard transmissions for over 40 years, i have never had a clutch problem until a purchased a '95 540i (know for poorly designed |
| 003231445 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | RADIATOR FAILURE AT 54,000 MILES. *AK |
| 003220233 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | I own a 1997 bmw 540i. radiator broke at plastic attachment point. coolant leaked all over the windshield and engine. this seems to be a well known |
| 003216952 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | MY 1997 BMW 540I6 RADIATOR BROKE ON ME WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY ON 5/30/03. *AK |
| 003216470 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | MY 1997 BMW 540I6 RADIATOR BROKE ON ME WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY ON 5/30/03. *AK |
| 003216448 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | 1997, BMW, 540I RADIATOR FAILURE @ 77,500 MILES (DETECTED BY BMW DEALER DURING ROUTINE SERVICE INSPECTION); RADIATOR REPLACED AT MY COST.*AK |
| 0000201471 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Technicians told me this was a common problem since manufacturer switch to plastic radiators. the upper hose fitting broke off the radiator. *ph * |
| 002196525 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | Bmw 540i electrical problems / damage to internal heating and electrical equipment. they pose a hazard due to extreme temperature change in the car |
| 002196524 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | Bmw 540i electrical problems / damage to internal heating and electrical equipment. they pose a hazard due to extreme temperature change in the car |
| 002196416 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Radiator neck sheared off without warning while my wife was driving on freeway. caused immediate loss of coolant and emergency stop. car had to be |
| 002196060 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | Bmw 540i electrical problems / damage to internal heating and electrical equipment. they pose a hazard due to extreme temperature change in the car |
| 002195951 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Radiator neck sheared off without warning while my wife was driving on freeway. caused immediate loss of coolant and emergency stop. car had to be |
| 003194494 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | The upper radiator hose unexpectly separated from the radiator. inspection showed that the plastic radiator had broken at the hose fitting. the |
| 002194035 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | To whom it might concern. my bmw 540i was diagnosed for compression loss by the local bmw authorized dealer. according to the dealer, the cause is |
| 002193570 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | To whom it might concern. my bmw 540i was diagnosed for compression loss by the local bmw authorized dealer. according to the dealer, the cause is |
| 002181834 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | TURNED ON IGNITION AND SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK |
| 002181833 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | TURNED ON IGNITION AND SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK |
| 0000170342 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE GEARSHIFT CAME OFF RESULTING A MULTI CAR ACCIDENT AND CAUSED MAJOR INJURIES. NLM |
| 000167249 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | A coolant failure just like mentioned recall # 98 v 178 000 coolant system. had taken vehicle to dealer for repairs. had problems with passenger's |
| 002165135 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | VEHICLE FAILS TO START. TOWED TO DEALER. UNABLE TO LOCATE SOURCE OF PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK |
| 002165125 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | VEHICLE FAILS TO START. TOWED TO DEALER. UNABLE TO LOCATE SOURCE OF PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK |
| 001153855 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | While driving on the freeway ran over a piece tire. consumer heard tire strike vehicle. consumer proceeded to drive. next day upon entering garage |
| 000147780 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | At 85,000 miles when shifting into reverse transmission would be delayed temporarily before engaging. dealer notified manufacturer, who informed |
| 001141900 | BMW | 540I | 2001 | Consumer was traveling 60mph on interstate and side/ top airbags exploded. after they exploded, warning lights came on and vehicle lost power. |
| 001138705 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | While consumer was driving at about 25 mph and passenger's air bag deployed. there was no accident. contacted dealer, and dealer was willing to |
| 001138698 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | While consumer was driving at about 25 mph and passenger's air bag deployed. there was no accident. contacted dealer, and dealer was willing to |
| 0000113769 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | SPEED SENSOR FAILED, CAUSING FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION, CANNOT CHANGE GEARS.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK |
| 002103239 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE COMPLETE LOSS OF COOLANT AT SPEED. DT |
| 002103232 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE COMPLETE LOSS OF COOLANT AT SPEED. DT |
| 001103034 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | NO SUMMARY. DT |
| 002102227 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | This is a very common occurence. on the roadfly bulletin board of fellow owners, failure rate is almost 40% of respondents! typically after only 40 |
| 002102220 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | This is a very common occurence. on the roadfly bulletin board of fellow owners, failure rate is almost 40% of respondents! typically after only 40 |
| 001102209 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | SECOND RADIATOR FAILURE AT 56,254 MILES IN 10/19/2001 CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY. DT |
| 002101834 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | RADIATOR FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. STEAM OBSCURRED VISION. DT |
| 002096658 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | This is the second engine for this car, the first was replaced at 38,228mi ... this engine was replaced with the same defective engine that was |
| 002092802 | BMW | 540I | 1999 | ON OCCASIONS WHEN SLOWING, TRANSMISION DOWNSHIFTS "HARD" MAYBE 2-1OR 3-2-1 AND EVEN A THUMB??AND DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT THAT TIME??*AK |
| 001073153 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | Bmw with m60b30 and m60b40 v'8 from 93-95 engines have been known to suffer damage to the cylinder bores from excessive amounts of sulpher in us fuels |
| 997071492 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FAILED. MJS |
| 000070722 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK |
| 001067908 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | NOTE: CAR COULD BE DRIVEN AFTER AIRBAG WENT OFF. ENGINE TURNED OFF WHEN BAG RELEASED.*AK |
| 001067901 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | NOTE: CAR COULD BE DRIVEN AFTER AIRBAG WENT OFF. ENGINE TURNED OFF WHEN BAG RELEASED.*AK |
| 0000058500 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | Cup holders do not hold cups. cups go flying and spill hot coffee on passengers or driver. this could cause an accident or a burn to either person |
| 0000058494 | BMW | 540I | 2000 | Cup holders do not hold cups. cups go flying and spill hot coffee on passengers or driver. this could cause an accident or a burn to either person |
| 000048143 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | DELAMINATION/SEPARATION OF TIRE TREAD FROM CASEING-3 OF THE 4 TIRES ON THE CAR, SEVERE .( DOT NUMBER: LMT8AXBU TIRE SIZE: 225/55R/16 ) |
| 000031245 | BMW | 540I | 1995 | The drivers seat rail frame becomes loose due to elongated bolt holes, subsequently, the seat rocks during normal use. seems this might be a problem |
| 0000001588 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | ENGINE ENTERMITTENTLY STALLED WHEN THE CLUTCH IS DEPRESSED WHILE DRIVING AND IS RELATED TO AN INTERMITTENT LOW RMP ENGINE MALFUNCTION. YH |
| 0000001584 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | ENGINE ENTERMITTENTLY STALLED WHEN THE CLUTCH IS DEPRESSED WHILE DRIVING AND IS RELATED TO AN INTERMITTENT LOW RMP ENGINE MALFUNCTION. YH |
| 0000166987 | BMW | 540I | 2002 | THERE IS A CONSTANT FUEL LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE CAUSING ENGINE CHECK LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE.*AK |
| 999156569 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | While driving at 55 mph engine compartment caught on fire. insurance investigators claimed fire was due to brake fluid being expelled from abs system |
| 998137006 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Consumer may be drving at any given speed. when he begins to slow down or if he downshifts and turns, engine will shut down, causing loss of steering |
| 0000113761 | BMW | 540I | 1994 | SPEED SENSOR FAILED, CAUSING FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION, CANNOT CHANGE GEARS.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK |
| 998091981 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | Steering wheel column adjustment fails. making adjustment of steering wheel and vehicle safe to operate. steering wheel and front seat adjuments fail |
| 999088901 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | DRASTIC ENGINE POWER LOSS 4-5000RPM. THIS PROBLEM IS WELL DOCUMENTED ON HTTP://WWW.BIMMER.ORG/5SERIES/MESSAGES/. DEALER HAS NO KNOWLEDGE. |
| 998072247 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | CATALYTIC CONVERTER SYSTEM FAILED. *YC |
| 997071500 | BMW | 540I | 1997 | CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FAILED. MJS |
| 998052380 | BMW | 540I | 1998 | I have drive standard transmissions for over 40 years, i have never had a clutch problem until a purchased a '95 540i (know for poorly designed |
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