NHTSA Recall 04V344000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,102 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the BMW 5 Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V344000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) |
| Report received | July 14, 2004 |
| Owner notification | July 16, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 8 and 12 cylinder engines, the digital engine management control (emc) units were not produced according to specifications.
Safety risk
As a result, engine stalling will occur after a short period of operation. The vehicle may not be able to restart. Also, a loss of power steering and, after repeated actuation of the brake pedal, a loss of brake power assist will occur. These conditions could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new digital engine management control unit. The recall began on july 16, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Customers can 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 04V344000
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.