BMW X5 2011: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V336000

Make Model Year
BMW X5 2011
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-03-11 2018-05-23 2018-05-25

Production Dates: 2008-03-12 - 2013-06-27

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 33214

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 103

Summary

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

If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.