Recall 04V-183
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 1996 to 1997 BMW 5 Series: Suspension (front).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-183
- Reported
- April 12, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 25,270 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, due to long exposures to certain environmental and operating conditions, the material structure of the front spring strut plate could be affected. In some cases, the strut plate could begin to crack, and eventually it could break. If this occurred, the plate could contact the tire.
The risk
This could lead to a sudden loss of tire pressure or tire failure.
The fix
Dealers will install a retaining clip to the underside of the front spring strut plates. The recall began may 17, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- BMW 5 Series 1996 to 1997