Back to search
NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V550000

2010 Bmw X5 Sav | 2011 Bmw X5 Sav | 2012 Bmw X5 Sav — Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

Published November 28, 2012 · Recall initiated: November 27, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V550000, published November 28, 2012 and initiated November 27, 2012. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2010 Bmw X5 Sav | 2011 Bmw X5 Sav | 2012 Bmw X5 Sav — Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel.

What's the hazard

BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Get an email if BMW has another recall

Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.

Recall details

Brand
BMW
Model
X5 SAV
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Lot
2010 BMW X5 SAV | 2011 BMW X5 SAV | 2012 BMW X5 SAV
Risk classification
V
Country
US

Related recalls

Questions about this recall

Was 2010 Bmw X5 Sav | 2011 Bmw X5 Sav | 2012 Bmw X5 Sav — Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V550000 on November 28, 2012. Reported hazard: BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.

What should I do if I have this product?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)