Recall 04V344000: Engine Stalling/DME Replacement

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

BMW / 5 Series 2004

BMW / 6 Series 2004

BMW / 7 Series 2004

BMW / X5 2004

MANUFACTURER: Bayerische Motoren Werke

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V344000 Recall Date : JUL 14, 2004

COMPONENT: Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Control Module (TCM, PCM)

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 4102

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 8 and 12 cylinder engines, the Digital Engine Management control (EMC) units were not produced according to specifications.

CONSEQUENCE:
As a result, engine stalling will occur after a short period of operation. The vehicle may not be able to restart. Also, a loss of power steering and, after repeated actuation of the brake pedal, a loss of brake power assist will occur. These conditions could result in a vehicle crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install a new digital engine management control unit. The recall began on July 16, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

NOTES:
Customers can contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).