NHTSA Campaign Id 04V409000; Date: Aug. 18, 2004
The vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly, which could result in a crash.
2004 BMW X5
Component: Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/linkage
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 358
On certain passenger vehicles with 3. 0 l engines and manual transmissions, if the vehicle is in first gear, and moving slowly, with the accelerator pedal held in a constant position of low engine speed and with the clutch pedal held in a partially depressed position, engine speed may increase.
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's digital engine management control unit. The recall began on September 8, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 8, 2004
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