2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav, covering 22,416 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 X5 xDrive 35i, xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles manufactured April 5, 2010, to November 20, 2010, 2011 X5 xDrive35d diesel vehicles manufactured April 7, 2010, to November 20, 2010, and 2011 X6 Active Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 15, 2010, to November 17, 2010. The affected vehicles have a front driveshaft universal joint that may not seal out water and debris from getting in and damaging the joint, which could lead to its failure.
- Risk
- If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 16V311000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011, x5 diesel sports activity vehicles (sav) manufactured from march 31, 2011, through may 19, 2011. Due to a component manufacturing error at the supplier, the welds in the belt tensioner could have incipient cracks. Over time, this could lead a malfunction of the belt tensioner.
- Risk
- If the belt tensioner fails, there could be a sudden loss of power steering assistance, if power steering assist is lost, manual steering capability is still retained and could increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine belt tensioner free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417, or via email at [email protected].
Recall number 11V332000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav recalls
How do I check if my 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav has an open recall?
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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav have?
2, covering power train and engine and engine cooling.
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