NHTSA recall 98V142000
Power Train · BMW of North America, LLC
June 22, 1998report date
1,100units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The differential pinion shaft within the differential case assembly was produced without the appropriate surface hardening. This can result in the shaft experiencing premature wear.
Why it matters: This condition will cause a noise from the differential and, ultimately, failure of the shaft and loss of drive.
The fix: Dealers will replace the entire differential assembly.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Bmw 540I, 1998 Bmw 540Ia, 1998 Bmw 740Ia, 1998 Bmw 740Ila, 1998 Bmw 750Ila.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98V142000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.