2006 BMW 5-Series Recalls
Auto manufacturers have been issuing more and more recalls over the past
few years. The regularity of recall notices may be a sign that the 2006
BMW 5-Series is or is not as reliable as similar vehicles.
Find out below how many recall notices have
been issued for the 2006 BMW 5-Series and research any
that exist. Each official NHTSA 2006 BMW 5-Series
recall report, includes details of the problematic component, units affected,
solutions and more.
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| MSRP Range: | N/A| Show Me Dealer Pricing |
| Fuel Economy: | 20 MPG city / 30 MPG highway |
| Transmissions: | 6 Speed Manual |
| Drivetrains: | Rear Wheel Drive, All Wheel Drive |
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2006 5-Series Recalls
AUG 05, 2008 | Recall ID#
69723
BMW IS RECALLING 200,000 MY 2006 3 SERIES SPORT SEAT, MY 2004-2006 5 SERIES STANDARD AND SPORT SEAT, AND MY 2004-2006 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES. ... More Details
AUG 05, 2008 |
5 SERIES
| Recall ID#
69723
| Component: |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Recall Date: |
AUG 05, 2008 |
| Model Affected: |
5 SERIES |
| Potential Units Affected: |
200000 |
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Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING 200,000 MY 2006 3 SERIES SPORT SEAT, MY 2004-2006 5 SERIES STANDARD AND SPORT SEAT, AND MY 2004-2006 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES. ...
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Consequence:
IN THIS SITUATION THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY EVEN IF A SUFFICIENTLY SEVERE ACCIDENT WOULD OCCUR AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE SYSTEM WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REWORK THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR MAT SO THAT EXTERNAL FORCE APPLICATION TO THE SEAT DOES NOT CAUSE A CRACK TO THE MAT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2008. BMW WILL ALSO EXTEND THE WARRANTY ON THESE VEHICLES TO 10 YEARS FROM FIRST REGISTRATION WITHOUT ANY MILEAGE LIMIT. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
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Notes:
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
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JUL 26, 2006 | Recall ID#
56859
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOWER RUBBER MOUNT OF THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY NOT ADHERE... More Details
JUL 26, 2006 |
5 SERIES
| Recall ID#
56859
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER |
| Recall Date: |
JUL 26, 2006 |
| Model Affected: |
5 SERIES |
| Potential Units Affected: |
11640 |
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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...
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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.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
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Notes:
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
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NOV 01, 2005 | Recall ID#
36435
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE. More Details
NOV 01, 2005 |
5 SERIES
| Recall ID#
36435
| Component: |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Recall Date: |
NOV 01, 2005 |
| Model Affected: |
5 SERIES |
| Potential Units Affected: |
240 |
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Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE.
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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.
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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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Notes:
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
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MAY 30, 2006 | Recall ID#
27502
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NUTS WHICH SECURE THE FRONT AXLE CONTROL ARM AND TENSION STRUT TO THE FRONT WHEEL HUB MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED... More Details
MAY 30, 2006 |
5 SERIES
| Recall ID#
27502
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM |
| Recall Date: |
MAY 30, 2006 |
| Model Affected: |
5 SERIES |
| Potential Units Affected: |
40 |
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Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NUTS WHICH SECURE THE FRONT AXLE CONTROL ARM AND TENSION STRUT TO THE FRONT WHEEL HUB MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED...
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Consequence:
VEHICLE HANDLING AND CONTROL COULD COMPROMISE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL RETIGHTEN THE FRONT AXLE CONTROL ARM AND TENSION STRUT NUTS TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 28, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
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Notes:
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
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