2009-2013 BMW X5 recall: engine
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on May 23, 2018. It covers about 33,214 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 33,214
- reported
- May 23, 2018
- owners notified
- Mar 11, 2019
- related complaints
- 361
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.
- Risk
- If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 18V336000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 361 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 18V336000
Is there a recall on the 2009-2013 BMW X5 engine?
Yes. Recall 18V336000, reported on May 23, 2018, covers about 33,214 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V336000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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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