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NHTSA : 18V336000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.

Consequence / Hazard

If the 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 the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

🚗 Affected Vehicles5

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.