NHTSA recall 13V045000
Service brakes
BMW X5 Sav
Reported Feb 7, 201330,265 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLCBuilt Sep 12, 2006 – Mar 18, 2010
The defect
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power assist braking.
The risk
The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a vehicle crash.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall began during March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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