BMW X7 2020: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V678000

Make Model Year
BMW X7 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-12-18 2020-11-04 2020-11-04

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 83

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.

Consequence

If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. 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.