2005 BMW X5 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 BMW X5. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 05V504000Nov 1, 2005240 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission
  Covers: BMW X5 2005–2006, 6 Series 2005–2006, 5 Series 2005–2006

  Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with an incorrectly manufactured automatic transmission parking pawl guide plate.

  Possible consequence: This could cause the parking lock system not to engage, after the transmission is placed in the park ("p") position. If the vehicle was parked on an incline, and the parking brake was not engaged, this could result in a vehicle rollaway condition.

  Remedy: Dealers will repair and replace the automatic transmission guide plate free of charge. The recall began on november 30, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-332-4269.

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• 05V367000Aug 26, 2005165 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: BMW X5 2005

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the attachment of the brake line support bracket within the front left wheel well was not welded according to specifications. It could loosen and over time the brake hose could rub against the wheel well.

  Possible consequence: The front left brake hose could become damaged to the point where a loss of brake fluid could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will re-attach the brake line support bracket to the front left wheel well free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

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