If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Arm

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.

Actions

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Documents (6)

• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2018-3
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- June 22, 2018 - Subject: Delivery Stop & Recall 18V-XXX: Front Wishbone
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2018-4

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