Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles, It May Be Possible For The Front Brake Line To Slip Out Of The Retaining Bracket Located At The Front Strut. The Brake Hose That Is Attached To The Brake Line Could Come In Contact With The Tire And Be Subjected To Wear And Abrasion.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
X5
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
03V001000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
This Could Initially Cause Some Brake Fluid Leakage, And Eventually Lead To A Substantial Loss Of Brake Fluid. There Could Be A Noticeable ReduCTIon In Brake Performance If A Loss Of Front Brake Performance Occurs.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install An Additional Retaining Clip To Further Secure The Brake Line To The Front Strut. Additionally, If InspeCTIon Of Any Brake Hose Indicates That It Has Experienced Damage, The Hose Will Be Replaced. Owner Notification Began February 14, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
19990801
End Of Manufacture
20020412
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
84000
Date Owners Notified
20030214
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20030109