The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V336000·Announced 2018-05-23

BMW Recalls 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d for Engine Idler Pulley Bolt Defect

BMW is recalling 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles because the engine idler pulley bolt may loosen and break, potentially causing loss of power-assisted steering.

What this means for you

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 risk-of-harm product (loss of power-assisted steering) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.

If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, which increases 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 replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2019. 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
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
33,214

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • X5

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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