NHTSA recall 12V550000
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
BMW X5 Sav
Reported Nov 27, 201229,800 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLCBuilt Sep 1, 2008 – Nov 15, 2012
The defect
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.
The risk
If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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