NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V138000
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Published March 6, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 2, 2017
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles, and 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the joint's failure.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- X5
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2011 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW X6 | 2012 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW X6 | 2014 BMW X6 | 2013 BMW X6 | 2013 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW X6 ACTIVEHYBRID SAC
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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