2020-2021 BMW X5, BMW X6 and others recall: control arm
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on November 4, 2020. It covers about 83 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 83
- reported
- Nov 4, 2020
- owners notified
- Dec 18, 2020
- related complaints
- 10
Suspension: front: control arm
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.
- Risk
- If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 20V678000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 20V678000
Is there a recall on the 2020-2021 BMW X5, BMW X6 and others control arm?
Yes. Recall 20V678000, reported on November 4, 2020, covers about 83 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V678000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. 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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