Engine: dieselRecall 12V-550 · 2009–2012 BMW X5 SAV
BMW of North America, LLC recall 12V-550 covers 29,800 2009–2012 BMW X5 SAV for a engine: diesel problem, reported to NHTSA on November 27, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V550000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.
The risk
If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 1, 2008 to November 15, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.