NHTSA Recall 11V332000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V332000; Date: Jun. 23, 2011
If the belt tensioner fails, there could be a sudden loss of power steering assistance, if power steering assist is lost, manual steering capability is still retained and could increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 923
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011, x5 diesel sports activity vehicles (sav) manufactured from March 31, 2011, through may 19, 2011. Due to a component manufacturing error at the supplier, the welds in the belt tensioner could have incipient cracks. Over time, this could lead a malfunction of the belt tensioner.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the engine belt tensioner free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417, or via email at customerrelations@bmwusa. Com.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 10, 2011
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