The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·17V727000·Announced 2017-11-17

BMW Recalls 2018 X5 and X6 Models for Loose Suspension Bolts

BMW is recalling 2018 X5, X5 M, X6, and X6 M vehicles because front suspension bolts may not be properly tightened, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension bolts) that increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any injuries or fatalities, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.

Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X5, X5 M, X6 M, X6
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
33

Is your product affected?

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Model numbers (4)

  • X5
  • X5 M
  • X6 M
  • X6

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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