BMW X3 2019: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V453000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X3 | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-08-31 | 2018-07-06 | 2018-07-10 |
Production Dates: 2018-04-16 - 2018-06-01
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5594
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and certain 2019 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
