NHTSA Recall 16V919000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V919000; Date: Dec. 21, 2016
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 BMW X5
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 8
Recall Summary:
BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 x5 xdrive40e vehicles manufactured July 29, 2015, to September 9, 2015. The affected vehicles have a digital motor electronic (dme) control unit that may have a loose electrical ground cable, possibly causing an under-voltage condition which would result in the transmission shifting to neutral.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the ground cable, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 10, 2017
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