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.

Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/Tecm)

Date Announced
JUL 14, 2004
Vehicles Affected
4,102
NHTSA Campaign #
04V344000
Summary
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 8 and 12 cylinder engines, the digital engine management control (emc) units were not produced according to specifications.
Actions
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.
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