BMW X6 2018: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V439000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X6 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-07-11 | 2018-06-28 | 2018-07-02 |
Production Dates: 2018-06-09 - 2018-06-09
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 43
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 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.
