BMW X5 2016: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V919000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X5 | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-02-10 | 2016-12-21 | 2016-12-21 |
Production Dates: 2015-07-29 - 2015-09-09
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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.
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.
