NHTSA recall 01V196000
Power Train · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: Over an extended period of time, abrasion particles could deposit on the electrical contacts within the switch, causing a disruption of the electric current through the contacts. If the disruption occurs when the vehicle is stationary with the transmission in the neutral or park positions, the transmission will switch automatically into the emergency program, which is displayed in the instrument cluster via a…
Why it matters: If this problem occurs, the ability to maintain speed in traffic and/or accelerate could be greatly diminished, possibly leading to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the transmission gear position indicator switch. Owner notification began August 14, 2001.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2000 Bmw X5, 2001 Bmw X5.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 01V196000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.