Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles. During Assembly Of These Vehicles, The Lower End Of The Spindle May Not Have Been Inserted Completely Into The Coupling. In Such A Case, The Fastening Bolt Used To Secure The ConneCTIon May Not Completely Engage The Spindle Within The Coupling. During Driving, It Would Be Possible For The Spindle To Disconnect.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
X5
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
01V030000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
Effect Of Defect
This Could Result In A Loss Of Steering Capability And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Spindle To Ensure Proper Insertion In The Coupling, And, If Necessary, The Spindle Will Be Fully Inserted And The Fastening Bolt Replaced. Owner Notification Began February 6, 2001. 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
20000921
End Of Manufacture
20010119
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
13791
Date Owners Notified
20010206
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20010206