Jun 24 2009

Auto Recalls: BMW, 7 Series, 2006

Published by Lemon Law at 10:09 pm under Vehicle Recalls

Build Dates : January 05, 2006 - April 26, 2006

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V277000

Date Owner’s Notified: 20060913
Date Received by ODI: 20060726
Date Added to Databse: 20060726

Manufacturer’s Involved: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Manufacturer’s Responsible for the Recall: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number:

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 11640

Summary:

On certain passenger vehicles, the lower rubber mount of the rear shock absorbers may not have been manufactured to specifications and may not adhere correctly to its housing within the shock absorber.

Consequence:

The bushing could loosen and over time could separate from its housing. The driver will experience impaired vehicle handling and control increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:

Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2006.

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