2005 BMW X5 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on August 26, 2005. It covers about 165 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 165
- reported
- Aug 26, 2005
- owners notified
- Oct 28, 2005
- related complaints
- 15
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the attachment of the brake line support bracket within the front left wheel well was not welded according to specifications. It could loosen and over time the brake hose could rub against the wheel well.
- Risk
- The front left brake hose could become damaged to the point where a loss of brake fluid could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will re-attach the brake line support bracket to the front left wheel well free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 05V367000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 05V367000
Is there a recall on the 2005 BMW X5 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 05V367000, reported on August 26, 2005, covers about 165 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V367000?
Dealers will re-attach the brake line support bracket to the front left wheel well free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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