The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19V541000·Announced 2019-07-23

BMW Recalls 2019 X5 and X7 Models for Loose Wheel Bolts

BMW is recalling 2019 X5 xDrive50i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles because left-side wheel bolts may loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheel bolts) that could lead to wheel detachment and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019 X5 xDrive50i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the left-side wheel bolts may have been insufficiently tightened during manufacturing.

If the bolts loosen over time, a wheel may detach from the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on July 16, 2019.

BMW will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace and tighten the left-side wheel bolts free of charge. 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 X7, X5
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
5

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 (2)

  • X7
  • X5

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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