NHTSA safety recalls
2004 BMW X5 Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 BMW X5 — 3 of them relate to power train. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
Is your car one of them?
These campaigns cover the 2004 BMW X5 as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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04V409000Power Train · Clutch Assembly · Pedal/hand Lever(motorcycle)
The vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly, which could result in a crash.
The riskThe vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly, which could result in a crash.
The fix — freeDealers will reprogram the vehicle's digital engine management control unit. The recall began on september 8, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
What was foundOn certain passenger vehicles with 3.0 l engines and manual transmissions, if the vehicle is in first gear, and moving slowly, with the accelerator pedal held in a constant position of low engine speed and with the clutch pedal held in a partially depressed position, engine speed may increase.
04V409000 at NHTSA04V402000Fuel System, Gasoline · Delivery · Fuel Pump
Engine stalling could occur, even though the vehicle's fuel gauge indicates that fuel is present in the tank.
The riskEngine stalling could occur, even though the vehicle's fuel gauge indicates that fuel is present in the tank. Depending upon traffic and road conditions, this could result in a crash.
The fix — freeDealers will inspect the in-tank suction jet pump fuel line and if necessary, reattach according to specifications. This recall began september 9, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
What was foundOn certain sport utility vehicles, the in-tank fuel line may have been attached incorrectly.
04V402000 at NHTSA04V344000Power Train · Automatic Transmission · Control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
As a result, engine stalling will occur after a short period of operation.
The riskAs 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.
The fix — freeDealers 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.
What was foundOn certain passenger vehicles equipped with 8 and 12 cylinder engines, the digital engine management control (emc) units were not produced according to specifications.
04V344000 at NHTSA03V475000Power Train · Driveline · Differential Unit
With prolonged driving, these bolts could become loose, cause damage to the engine and transmission housings.
The riskWith 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.
The fix — freeDealers will inspect and retighten the drivetrain fasteners. Owner notification began november 28, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
What was foundOn 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.
03V475000 at NHTSAOther years and models
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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