Vehicle recall 03V475000 · November 14, 2003
2004 BMW X5
On certain sport utility vehicles, the bolts that hold the front differential, the right output shaft housing flange at the engine, and the right-hand engine support may be…
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- Summary
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the bolts that hold the front differential, the right output shaft housing flange at the engine, and the right-hand engine support may be insufficiently tightened.
- Consequence
- With prolonged driving, these bolts could become loose, cause damage to the engine and transmission housings. The right output shaft could become disconnected, affecting the ability to control the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and retighten the drivetrain fasteners. Owner notification began November 28, 2003. Owners 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
- 03V475000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 14, 2003
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- November 10, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 350
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
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