Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #03V086000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V086000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 5,110 affected units, BMW/REAR STRUT SCREWS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles, the lower screw connection of the rear struts to the chassis may fail. the head (top) of the screw securing this connection may break. the remaining portion of the screw will still hold the strut in place.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the lower screw connection of the rear struts. owner notification began april 7, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V086000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2003-03-10T00:00:00

Subject: Bmw/rear strut screws

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 5,110

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain vehicles, the lower screw connection of the rear struts to the chassis may fail. the head (top) of the screw securing this connection may break. the remaining portion of the screw will still hold the strut in place.

Consequence Summary: If left unattended over a period of time, and depending on driving conditions, the remaining portion of the screw may break. if it broke, the chassis would lean directly on the tire diminishing the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the lower screw connection of the rear struts. owner notification began april 7, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ica8_w2nn-hcrh

NHTSA ID: 03V086000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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