BMW 1999 Power Train recall
Recalled January 4, 1999 · NHTSA recall 99V005000 · BMW
Hazard
IF THIS PROBLEM OCCURS, THE CAR MAY NO LONGER OPERATE IN REVERSE, 1ST, 2ND, OR 3RD GEARS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Units
249 units
Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 5HP24 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. PREMATURE WEAR OF THE RING GEAR CAN OCCUR, LEADING TO THE LOSS OF 1ST, 2ND, 3RD, AND REVERSE GEARS.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Product
BMW 540IA · BMW 540IAT · BMW 740IA · BMW 740ILA
Manufacturer(s)
BMW of North America, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →