Recalls for your 1997 Bmw 5 Series

Recalls for 1997 Bmw 5 Series

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DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT


Posted on: 2004-04-20
Description
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.  

Consequence
This could lead to a sudden loss of tire pressure or tire failure.  

Corrective Action
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).

DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS


Posted on: 2006-03-14
Description
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles.  Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge.  The recall began may 9, 2006.  Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING


Posted on: 2019-08-28
Description
Zf group north america operations (zf) is recalling certain lemförder steering center rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 bmw 5-series (e39) vehicles.  The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.

Consequence
If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Zf has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer.  Zf will reimburse them for the affected parts.  The recall began august 28, 2019.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.