2008 BMW X5 recall: fuel pump
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 26, 2010. It covers about 20,750 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 20,750
- reported
- Oct 26, 2010
- owners notified
- Jan 11, 2011
- related complaints
- 41
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 x5 savs vehicles with 6-cylinder engines manufactured from november 1, 2007 through august 31, 2008. Due to a manufacturing process fault, the fuel pump was not produced to specifications. Under specific vehicle operating conditions, the fuel pump's commutator could experience an increase in wear.
- Risk
- This wear could lead to fuel pump malfunction and engine stalling. Engine stalling could create a potential for a crash resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the in-tank fuel pump free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 10V518000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 41 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 10V518000
Is there a recall on the 2008 BMW X5 fuel pump?
Yes. Recall 10V518000, reported on October 26, 2010, covers about 20,750 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 10V518000?
Dealers will replace the in-tank fuel pump free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
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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