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2004 BMW X5 recall: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on August 18, 2004. It covers about 358 vehicles.

vehicles affected
358
reported
Aug 18, 2004
owners notified
Sep 8, 2004
related complaints
11

Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)

What is wrong
On 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.
Risk
The vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers 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.

Recall number 04V409000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 11 complaints about transmission problems.

2004 BMW X5

Questions about recall 04V409000

Is there a recall on the 2004 BMW X5 pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)?

Yes. Recall 04V409000, reported on August 18, 2004, covers about 358 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V409000?

Dealers 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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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