Complaints by model year
Each bar is one model year. Highlighted: 2004. The most recent years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 5 Series | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 5 Series | 10 | 0 |
| 2011 5 SeriesMost complaints | 81 | 4 |
| 2010 5 Series | 6 | 5 |
| 2009 5 Series | 8 | 3 |
| 2008 5 SeriesMost complaints | 105 | 3 |
| 2007 5 Series | 13 | 3 |
| 2006 5 SeriesMost complaints | 85 | 7 |
| 2005 5 Series | 21 | 4 |
| 2004 5 SeriesMost complaints | 64 | 6 |
| 2003 5 Series | 15 | 0 |
| 2002 5 Series | 7 | 0 |
| 2001 5 Series | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 5 Series | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 5 Series | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 5 Series | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 5 Series | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 5 Series | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 5 Series | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 5 Series | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 5 Series | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 5 Series | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 5 Series | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 | 0 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Air bags94
- Electrical system67
- Engine and engine cooling47
- Fuel system, gasoline45
- Tires43
- Power train41
- Steering33
- Exterior lighting24
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Crash-test ratings by year
NHTSA 5-star results for 6 model-year variants; 1 of 1 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Year | Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2022 BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | — | 0.0 % |
| 2021 | 2021 BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | — | 0.0 % |
| 2020 | 2020 BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | — | 0.0 % |
| 2019 | 2019 BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | — | 0.0 % |
| 2018 | 2018 BMW 5 PHEV Series 4 DR AWD | — | 0.0 % |
| 2016 | 2016 BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | 9.3 % |
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
In New Zealand
7,923 5 Series cars are on the New Zealand register; 67% arrived as used imports.
| Model year | Registered | Sold new in NZ | Used imports |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 2025 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2024 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 2023 | 35 | 34 | 1 |
| 2022 | 48 | 44 | 4 |
| 2021 | 71 | 70 | 0 |
| 2020 | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| 2019 | 123 | 64 | 57 |
| 2018 | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| 2017 | 281 | 63 | 217 |
| 2016 | 90 | 28 | 61 |
| 2015 | 106 | 39 | 66 |
| 2014 | 160 | 50 | 107 |
| 2013 | 298 | 65 | 224 |
| 2012 | 407 | 77 | 319 |
| 2011 | 649 | 112 | 516 |
| 2010 | 585 | 90 | 482 |
| 2009 | 332 | 49 | 275 |
| 2008 | 367 | 48 | 298 |
| 2007 | 622 | 93 | 510 |
| 2006 | 623 | 86 | 516 |
| 2005 | 389 | 95 | 274 |
| 2004 | 268 | 148 | 105 |
| 2003 | 214 | 91 | 120 |
| 2002 | 196 | 73 | 115 |
| 2001 | 242 | 69 | 166 |
| 2000 | 188 | 66 | 117 |
| 1999 | 158 | 57 | 97 |
| 1998 | 129 | 44 | 82 |
| 1997 | 144 | 60 | 77 |
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
In the Netherlands
64,700 5 Series cars are on Dutch roads; 43% arrived later as imports, and 14,899 still have a recall open. Open a year for APK defects, odometer checks and colours.
| First registered | On the road | Median list price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1,209 | €89,073 |
| 2025 | 2,341 | €87,044 |
| 2024 | 2,174 | €87,404 |
| 2023 | 1,869 | €84,331 |
| 2022 | 3,025 | €80,635 |
| 2021 | 3,090 | €81,761 |
| 2020 | 2,556 | €77,600 |
| 2019 | 3,154 | €75,948 |
| 2018 | 4,372 | €77,825 |
| 2017 | 4,152 | €80,580 |
| 2016 | 1,715 | €66,662 |
| 2015 | 1,871 | €68,060 |
| 2014 | 2,193 | €67,750 |
| 2013 | 2,923 | €66,143 |
| 2012 | 2,834 | €70,248 |
| 2011 | 3,382 | €74,157 |
| 2010 | 3,159 | €73,035 |
| 2009 | 1,219 | €59,054 |
| 2008 | 1,457 | €67,974 |
| 2007 | 1,325 | €71,421 |
| 2006 | 1,652 | €70,710 |
| 2005 | 1,838 | €70,887 |
| 2004 | 2,233 | €71,177 |
| 2003 | 1,275 | €67,410 |
| 2002 | 869 | €69,233 |
| 2001 | 990 | €64,079 |
| 2000 | 704 | €56,852 |
| 1999 | 659 | €59,689 |
| 1998 | 650 | €54,257 |
| 1997 | 572 | €55,882 |
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles (CC0) · list price is the manufacturer's catalogue price when new
In Finland
34,800 5 Series cars were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026: 32% petrol, 68% diesel; 20% of all are hybrids. Mileage is the odometer reading at the last inspection.
| First registered | In use | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 100 | — |
| 2025 | 326 | 15,000 km |
| 2024 | 364 | 34,000 km |
| 2023 | 423 | 46,000 km |
| 2022 | 1,027 | 86,000 km |
| 2021 | 1,418 | 96,000 km |
| 2020 | 1,371 | 102,000 km |
| 2019 | 1,402 | 122,000 km |
| 2018 | 1,943 | 147,000 km |
| 2017 | 2,354 | 176,000 km |
| 2016 | 1,713 | 218,000 km |
| 2015 | 1,668 | 234,000 km |
| 2014 | 1,928 | 257,000 km |
| 2013 | 1,663 | 272,000 km |
| 2012 | 1,948 | 289,000 km |
| 2011 | 2,917 | 305,000 km |
| 2010 | 1,747 | 310,000 km |
| 2009 | 1,160 | 333,000 km |
| 2008 | 1,810 | 350,000 km |
| 2007 | 1,707 | 358,000 km |
| 2006 | 1,084 | 362,000 km |
| 2005 | 1,114 | 364,000 km |
| 2004 | 1,051 | 361,000 km |
| 2003 | 630 | 352,000 km |
| 2002 | 365 | 363,000 km |
| 2001 | 370 | 349,000 km |
| 2000 | 293 | 349,000 km |
| 1999 | 212 | 340,000 km |
| 1998 | 138 | 322,000 km |
| 1997 | 147 | 317,000 km |
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use, 30 Jun 2026 · CC BY 4.0
Road collisions in Great Britain
From 2021 to 2025, 5,123 5 Series cars were involved in road collisions in Great Britain that injured someone and were reported to the police. 79 of those collisions were fatal and 956 caused serious injuries. As with any count, models with more cars on British roads appear more often.
| Year | Cars in injury collisions | Fatal | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 901 | 12 | 195 |
| 2024 | 853 | 14 | 171 |
| 2023 | 1,081 | 16 | 204 |
| 2022 | 1,149 | 24 | 189 |
| 2021 | 1,139 | 13 | 197 |
Department for Transport, STATS19 road safety data 2021–2025 · Open Government Licence v3.0 · how we count
In the United Kingdom
199,283 5 Series cars were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, by year of manufacture.
| Built | Licensed | Off the road (SORN) |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3,191 | 187 |
| 2024 | 3,205 | 131 |
| 2023 | 3,398 | 133 |
| 2022 | 5,710 | 221 |
| 2021 | 4,857 | 277 |
| 2020 | 7,720 | 211 |
| 2019 | 13,637 | 394 |
| 2018 | 17,142 | 619 |
| 2017 | 14,327 | 566 |
| 2016 | 15,151 | 405 |
| 2015 | 16,397 | 510 |
| 2014 | 15,410 | 713 |
| 2013 | 13,459 | 1,038 |
| 2012 | 12,655 | 1,432 |
| 2011 | 10,164 | 1,962 |
| 2010 | 6,976 | 1,717 |
| 2009 | 6,016 | 1,414 |
| 2008 | 5,432 | 2,000 |
| 2007 | 6,225 | 2,499 |
| 2006 | 4,843 | 2,467 |
| 2005 | 3,210 | 2,732 |
| 2004 | 1,977 | 2,484 |
| 2003 | 1,730 | 2,165 |
| 2002 | 1,663 | 2,360 |
| 2001 | 1,174 | 2,039 |
| 2000 | 815 | 1,796 |
| 1999 | 706 | 1,565 |
| 1998 | 567 | 1,643 |
| 1997 | 283 | 1,050 |
| 1996 | 192 | 798 |
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
218,335 5 Series cars took their annual MOT test in 2023; 79% passed first time, against 71% for all cars of the same ages. Older cars fail more often, so compare a year with the same year of other cars.
| First registered | Tests | Passed first time |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 205 | 95% |
| 2021 | 495 | 94% |
| 2020 | 9,394 | 88% |
| 2019 | 17,013 | 88% |
| 2018 | 19,601 | 88% |
| 2017 | 15,578 | 86% |
| 2016 | 15,820 | 85% |
| 2015 | 17,208 | 84% |
| 2014 | 16,387 | 82% |
| 2013 | 14,832 | 77% |
| 2012 | 14,716 | 74% |
| 2011 | 12,847 | 73% |
| 2010 | 9,333 | 72% |
| 2009 | 7,946 | 71% |
| 2008 | 7,882 | 71% |
| 2007 | 9,248 | 68% |
| 2006 | 7,810 | 67% |
| 2005 | 5,723 | 65% |
| 2004 | 3,710 | 64% |
| 2003 | 2,884 | 65% |
| 2002 | 2,673 | 65% |
| 2001 | 1,887 | 66% |
| 2000 | 1,321 | 63% |
| 1999 | 1,128 | 63% |
| 1998 | 917 | 62% |
| 1997 | 459 | 65% |
| 1996 | 303 | 68% |
| 1995 | 351 | 68% |
| 1994 | 230 | 70% |
| 1993 | 149 | 73% |
Why they fail
Share of all first tests that ended in a fail because of each part of the car (one test can fail on several).
| Area | 5 Series | All cars, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 2.4% | 6.3% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 1.3% | 11.5% |
| Suspension | 1.1% | 9.1% |
| Brakes | 0.7% | 6.9% |
| Visibility | 0.6% | 4.9% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.4% | 3.2% |
| Road Wheels | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Steering | 0.2% | 1.9% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests of cars only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
New registrations in Europe
1,118,573 new BMW 5 Series cars registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland between 2010 and 2022, from the European Environment Agency's CO₂ monitoring of every new car. In 2022 the largest markets were Germany (22,961), Belgium (2,685), Sweden (2,561).
| Year | New cars | CO₂ g/km |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 42,592 | 108 (WLTP) |
| 2021 | 44,364 | 115 (WLTP) |
| 2020 | 56,585 | 137 (WLTP) |
| 2019 | 82,665 | 150 (WLTP) |
| 2018 | 100,716 | 158 (WLTP) |
| 2017 | 103,514 | 127 (NEDC) |
| 2016 | 77,831 | — |
| 2015 | 83,776 | — |
| 2014 | 92,215 | — |
| 2013 | 99,219 | — |
| 2012 | 108,876 | — |
| 2011 | 124,919 | — |
| 2010 | 101,301 | — |
Averages are weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value (NEDC until the WLTP switch). European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
Real-world fuel consumption
70,408 BMW 5 Series cars registered in Europe between 2021 and 2024 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Diesel hybrid versions average 7.0 l/100 km on the road, against 5.6 l/100 km in the official WLTP test — 26% more. Plug-in hybrids use 6.8 l/100 km against 1.6 l/100 km on paper, with 23% of their distance covered with the engine off.
| Fuel | Cars | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 958 | 11.8 | 9.7 | +21% |
| Petrol hybrid | 6,440 | 8.5 | 6.9 | +24% |
| Diesel | 895 | 7.0 | 5.4 | +30% |
| Diesel hybrid | 42,110 | 7.0 | 5.6 | +26% |
| Plug-in hybrid | 20,005 | 6.8 | 1.6 | +337% |
Litres per 100 km: total fuel used divided by total distance driven, from the car's own fuel consumption meter (OBFCM), collected in 2024 by the manufacturers, mostly remotely, and by national authorities. WLTP figures are the type-approval CO₂ values converted to litres. Hybrids, including mild hybrids, do not plug in; plug-in hybrid figures include the distance driven on electricity. European Environment Agency, Real-world CO₂ emissions from cars and vans · CC BY 4.0
What it costs in fuel
On real-world figures the diesel hybrid BMW 5 Series uses 7.0 litres per 100 km, so 15,000 km a year takes about 1,050 litres: €2,373 at this week's average price in Germany, its largest market in Europe.
| Country | Diesel hybrid | Petrol hybrid | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | €2,373 | €2,772 | €3,847 | €2,383 |
| United Kingdom | £2,087 | £2,221 | £3,082 | £2,096 |
| Italy | €2,350 | €2,564 | €3,559 | €2,360 |
| Belgium | €2,461 | €2,530 | €3,511 | €2,472 |
| Sweden | €2,136 | €2,086 | €2,895 | €2,145 |
| United States | $1,736 | $1,440 | $1,998 | $1,743 |
Fuel for 15,000 km (9,300 miles) a year at real-world consumption. Pump prices with taxes, week of 19 October 2026: European Commission Weekly Oil Bulletin, UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, US Energy Information Administration. Non-euro EU prices are in euros as the Bulletin publishes them.
Work it out for your driving
EU safety alerts
Safety Gate, the European Union's rapid alert system, names the 5 Series in at least 12 alerts. European versions can differ from the North American car.
Water may enter the starter motor and cause damage. As a result, the engine may no longer start, or the starter motor may short-circuit or remain continuously activated. This could cause local overheating of the starter motor or thermal overload of surrounding…
The RSW22 starter with reinforced water tightness (RWT) may experience increased abrasion of the magnetic contact, causing deposits to build up at the lowest point inside the relay. These deposits may increase relay contact resistance, leading to starting fail…
The cockpit cable harness may be damaged when the microfilter is replaced. This can lead to a short circuit, with smoke build-up resulting in fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and th…
The chemical substances in the inflators of the TAKATA PSDI4 airbags may deteriorate over time, particularly in warm, humid climates. This could cause the airbag to rupture with too much force in the event of an accident, which could lead to serious or even fa…
The positive battery cable of the starter-generator may not have been manufactured correctly. This could result in a loose electrical connection, leading to excessive contact resistance. The vehicle cannot charge or start. Contact points in the starter-generat…
The hollow shaft of the servomotor was not welded correctly. The weld may not be able to withstand high braking pressure build-up and may break. In this case, the reduced braking performance requires greater force and the braking distance may increase. In addi…
The airbag control module (ACSM) may be defective, potentially preventing the airbags from deploying in the event of an accident. This increases the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Additionally, the airbag warning light or Check Control message may not ac…
Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column's double universal joint can break when the steering wheel is turned hard at the extreme position and when steering without steering assistance with the engine switched off. This can lea…
The propellant in the driver airbag may deteriorate over time. If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments from the inflator injuring the vehicle's occupants. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of mo…
A seam on the inflator housing of the driver airbag may not have been correctly welded. In case of accident, when the airbag is deployed, the inflator can burst, releasing metal parts which could cause injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation …
The ISOFIX clips welded on the rear seats can be damaged. The child seat can detach from the ISOFIX clips, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of mot…
A defect on the cylinder head cover could allow oil to leak and spread through the engine compartment, creating a risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of…
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0
Recalls
16 campaigns cover the 5 Series; the latest 12 are below.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2012 6-SERIES CONVERTIBLE, 7-SERIES, X5 SAV, AND X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 6-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 M5, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 M6 VEHICLES. THE INSULATED BULKHEAD CONNECTOR FOR THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE TRUNK FLOOR PANEL, WHICH CAN LEAD TO A LOOSENING OF THE BOLT CONNECTION. AS IT LOOSENS, AN INCREASE IN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE AT THIS CABLE CONNECTION IS POSSIBLE AND COULD CAUSE THE CABLE CONNECTION TO OVERHEAT.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 7-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 X5 SAV, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2010 AND 2011 5-SERIES AND 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 12 THROUGH JULY 1, 2010. THE VEHICLE'S FUEL LEVEL SENSOR WITHIN THE FUEL TANK CAN BECOME WEDGED AGAINST THE TANK.
BMW IS RECALLING 200,000 MY 2006 3 SERIES SPORT SEAT, MY 2004-2006 5 SERIES STANDARD AND SPORT SEAT, AND MY 2004-2006 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES. DEPENDING ON THE MANNER AND FREQUENCY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER'S ENTRY AND EXIT, SMALL CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE MAT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM, WILL BE DEACTIVATED AND THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP AS WELL AS THE PASSENGER AIR BAG "ON-OFF" LAMP WILL BE ILLUMINATED.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOWER RUBBER MOUNT OF THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY NOT ADHERE CORRECTLY TO ITS HOUSING WITHIN THE SHOCK ABSORBER.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NUTS WHICH SECURE THE FRONT AXLE CONTROL ARM AND TENSION STRUT TO THE FRONT WHEEL HUB MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. OVER TIME THE NUTS COULD LOOSEN AND THE CONTROL ARM AND TENSION STRUT COULD BE DAMAGED.
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE.
NHTSA recalls