The problem
The lower suspension arm mounting eye on the right side rear axle hub carrier was produced with a casting flaw.
The risk
It is possible that the right side rear axle carrier eye could crack and break while driving causing a loss of control and increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a casting flaw in the right side rear axle carrier and if found, replace the carrier.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-192 (95V192000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Suspension › Rear |
| Report date | October 11, 1995 |
| Owners notified | January 5, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-192 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a casting flaw in the right side rear axle carrier and if found, replace the carrier.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,000 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.