NHTSA Recall # | 2734 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 02V057000 |
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Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | 525I |
Model Year | 2002 |
Component | SUSPENSION |
Date of notification | 15/03/02 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 06/11/01 |
End date of manufacturing | 20/11/01 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 19/02/02 |
Report created | 27/02/02 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 4672 |
Defect 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 summary | This could affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall 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). |