BorgWarner Names William C. Cline Acting CFO

CHICAGO, Nov. 17, 2003 -- BorgWarner Inc. today announced that vice president and controller William (Skip) C. Cline, 54, has been appointed acting chief financial officer. Cline is replacing George E. Strickler, who is leaving BorgWarner to join Visteon Corporation.

"A committee which includes two board members and me is in place to lead our fast-track search process for a permanent replacement," said Timothy M. Manganello, chairman and chief executive officer. "During this interim period, we are pleased that Skip and his team will provide the depth of financial expertise and continuity necessary to assure our continued progress and a seamless transition. Our entire management team continues to provide strong leadership as we pursue our aggressive growth goals."

Mr. Cline has been with BorgWarner for 21 years and has served as vice president and controller since 1993. Prior to joining BorgWarner he was with Ernst & Young. He is a Certified Public Accountant, and holds a bachelors degree from Duke University and a masters in management from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

Manganello noted, "George has contributed significantly to BorgWarner's success over the past three years. On behalf of BorgWarner, I wish him all the best with what appears to be an exceptional career opportunity."

BorgWarner Inc. is a product leader in highly engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain applications worldwide. The company operates manufacturing and technical facilities in 43 locations in 14 countries. Customers include Ford, DaimlerChrysler, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai/Kia, Caterpillar, Navistar International, Renault/Nissan, Peugeot and VW/Audi. The Internet address for BorgWarner is: http://www.bwauto.com/ . For further information contact BorgWarner Corporate Communications at 312-322-8500