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NHTSA : 12V550000🔴 ⚠️ High severity
Campaign Details
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
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.
Consequence / Hazard
If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Proposed Solution
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 [email protected].
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🚗 Affected Vehicles4
All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.