Vehicle recall 02V057000 · February 19, 2002
BMW 325i, 330i and 2 more models
On certain passenger vehicles, during the strut mount manufacturing process, the thrust bearing was not properly positions and secured.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles, during the strut mount manufacturing process, the thrust bearing was not properly positions and secured. If the suspension is fully unloaded, the front strut could separate from the upper mount.
- Consequence
- This could affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front spring strut upper mounts. Owner notification began March 15, 2002. 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.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 02V057000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 19, 2002
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- March 15, 2002
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4,672
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension
Vehicles covered
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