1998 BMW 528IA recall: gear position indication (prndl)

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on June 22, 1998. It covers about 3,800 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,800
reported: Jun 22, 1998
owners notified: Dec 28, 1998

Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The sealing material of the switch can develop leaks and allow water entry.
Risk: This condition can eventually result in an incorrect indication of the transmission gear position, which could also cause the car not to start, or allow it to start in a drive gear, such as 'drive' or 'reverse.'
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission gear position switch.

Recall number 98V143000

Affected vehicles

BMW 528IA 1998 1998

Questions about recall 98V143000

Is there a recall on the 1998 BMW 528IA gear position indication (prndl)?

Yes. Recall 98V143000, reported on June 22, 1998, covers about 3,800 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V143000?

Dealers will replace the transmission gear position switch.

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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