NHTSA Recall 04V183000: Suspension: front
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,270 vehicles. It affects 1996–1997 BMW 5 Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V183000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT |
| Report received | April 12, 2004 |
| Owner notification | May 17, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, due to long exposures to certain environmental and operating conditions, the material structure of the front spring strut plate could be affected. In some cases, the strut plate could begin to crack, and eventually it could break. If this occurred, the plate could contact the tire.
Safety risk
This could lead to a sudden loss of tire pressure or tire failure.
Remedy
Dealers will install a retaining clip to the underside of the front spring strut plates. The recall began may 17, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V183000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.