BMW X5 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 21, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2016 BMW X5

Recall number

16V919000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 X5 xDrive40e vehicles manufactured July 29, 2015, to September 9, 2015. The affected vehicles have a Digital Motor Electronic (DME) control unit that may have a loose electrical ground cable, possibly causing an under-voltage condition which would result in the transmission shifting to neutral.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the ground cable, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.