Does anyone know anything about a recall for 3 series cars built in the first part of 2001? Thanks!

I believe it only affected cars with stick. Mine is finally running ok.

Alldata publishes Automotive Recalls and Technical Service Bulletins. Their link for 2001 BMW's is: http://www.alldata.com/TSB/0106_mo.html

Which fan? Heat and A/C? If so, I had a problem with my A/C
fan randomly changing speeds and they fixed it at the dealer.

I have a 2001 325i.

I'm not sure if there is an official recall on the fan, but I have had problems with my a/c, apparently it was a blower that wasn't working properly. I have a 2000 323ci and have also had the following problems, so beware:

1. Wrong setbelt configuration installed on drivers side
2. Sunroof broke (2x)
3. A/C broke
4. Coolant thermostat replaced
5. Plastic screw that holds jack in place broke (took me 2 hours to unscrew so I could replace a flat)
6. 4 light bulbs out in 6 months (2 left side turn signals, 1 left head light, 1 right head light

All these problems occured in less than 20,000 miles. Good Luck to you.