Recall 06V-277
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2006 BMW 5 Series and 2 other models: Suspension (rear, shock absorber).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-277
- Reported
- July 26, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 11,640 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the lower rubber mount of the rear shock absorbers may not have been manufactured to specifications and may not adhere correctly to its housing within the shock absorber.
The risk
The bushing could loosen and over time could separate from its housing. The driver will experience impaired vehicle handling and control increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber free of charge. The recall began on september 13, 2006. Owners may contact BMW at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- BMW 5 Series 2006
- BMW 6 Series 2006
- BMW 7 Series 2006