BMW of North America, LLC. announced a recall of its 2008 BMW X5 on April 10, 2008, after 55 models were discovered to have the wrong rear suspension stabilizer installed.

The recalled BMW X5s were equipped with a sports-suspension stabilizer on the rear axle rather than a standard-suspension stabilizer. The incorrect stabilizer can cause an over-steer reaction during high speed lane changes which may lead to a catastrophic injury from a car accident.

The owners of the recalled BMW X5s are advised to contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117 or through email.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Campaign ID 08V170000, April 23, 2008.