Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011, X5 Diesel Sports Activity Vehicles (Sav) Manufactured From March 31, 2011, Through May 19, 2011. Due To A Component Manufacturing Error At The Supplier, The Welds In The Belt Tensioner Could Have Incipient Cracks. Over Time, This Could Lead A MalfunCTIon Of The Belt Tensioner.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
X5 DIESEL SAV
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V332000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
Effect Of Defect
If The Belt Tensioner Fails, There Could Be A Sudden Loss Of Power Steering Assistance, If Power Steering Assist Is Lost, Manual Steering Capability Is Still Retained And Could Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Engine Belt Tensioner Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin During August 2011. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Relations And Services At 1-800-525-7417, Or Via Email At Customerrelations@BMWusa.Com.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20110331
End Of Manufacture
20110519
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
923
Date Owners Notified
20110810
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20110623