Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V019000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V019000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 6 affected units, TRANSMISSION PARKING LOCK, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Bmw is recalling certain model year 2012 x5 xdrive 35i sports activity vehicles, manufactured from december 19, 2011, through december 21, 2011. due to a manufacturing error, engagement of the transmission?s parking lock may not occur even if the ?p? position has been selected and is displayed.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the automatic transmission free of charge. the safety recall began on february 2, 2012. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V019000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2012-01-23T00:00:00
Subject: Transmission parking lock
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 6

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2012 x5 xdrive 35i sports activity vehicles, manufactured from december 19, 2011, through december 21, 2011. due to a manufacturing error, engagement of the transmission?s parking lock may not occur even if the ?p? position has been selected and is displayed.
Consequence Summary: If the driver believes that the transmission is in park and does not use the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away after exiting the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the automatic transmission free of charge. the safety recall began on february 2, 2012. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-yznd.ieai-v44a
NHTSA ID: 12V019000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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