The problem
Certain passenger vehicles May have been built with an incorrectly manufactured automatic transmission parking pawl guide plate.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-504 (05V504000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission |
| Report date | November 1, 2005 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 240 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-504 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 240 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.