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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 10V518000

2008 Bmw X5 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

Published October 28, 2010 · Recall initiated: October 26, 2010

Summary

NHTSA records recall 10V518000, published October 28, 2010 and initiated October 26, 2010. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2008 Bmw X5 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
BMW
Model
X5
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Lot
2008 BMW X5
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2008 Bmw X5 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V518000 on October 28, 2010. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: X5.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)