BMW X6 M 2019: SUSPENSION:REAR

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V680000

Make Model Year
BMW X6 M 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-09-21 2018-09-28 2018-10-04

Production Dates: 2018-09-10 - 2018-09-20

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 108

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.

Consequence

If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. 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.