If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Engine And Engine Cooling — Engine — Diesel
Steering — Hydraulic Power Assist System

Summary

BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.

Actions

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Documents (16)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Defect Notice(Part 573)
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

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