NHTSA recall 12V019000
Power Train · BMW of North America, LLC
January 23, 2012report date
6units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, engagement of the transmissionâs parking lock may not occur even if the âpâ position has been selected and is displayed.
Why it matters: 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 fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the automatic transmission free of charge. The safety recall began on February 2, 2012.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2012 Bmw X5.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V019000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.