Recall 04V-409
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2004 BMW X5: Power train (clutch assembly, pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-409
- Reported
- August 18, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 358 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
The vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's digital engine management control unit. The recall began on september 8, 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 X5 2004