NHTSA recall 12V019000
Power train › Automatic transmission
BMW X5
Reported Jan 23, 20126 vehicles affectedBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLCBuilt Dec 19, 2011 – Dec 21, 2011
The defect
BMW IS recalling certain model year 2012 X5 xdrive 35I sports activity vehicles, manufactured from december 19, 2011, through december 21, 2011. due to a manufacturing error, engagement of the transmissions parking lock may not occur even if the p position has been selected and IS displayed.
The risk
If the driver believes that the transmission IS in park and does not use the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away after exiting the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the automatic transmission free of charge. the safety recall began on february 2, 2012. owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.