BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2016 X5 xDrive40e vehicles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #16V919000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 8 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V919000
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 21, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V919000 |
| Units affected: | 8 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.