NHTSA Recall 17V138000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V138000; Date: Mar. 2, 2017
If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 BMW X5; 2012 BMW X5; 2013 BMW X5; 2011 BMW X6; 2012 BMW X6; 2013 BMW X6; 2014 BMW X6; 2011 BMW X6 Activehybrid Sac
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 121,909
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 18, 2017
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