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BMW Recall : Front Driveshaft Universal Joint May Fail
2012 BMW X6
If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles, and 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the joint's failure.
- Actions
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Documents (14)
- Miscellaneous Document
- Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
- Miscellaneous Document
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Recall 573 Report-Amendment 2
- Defects Notice 573 Report
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-3
- Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-2
- Recall Quarterly Report - #3, 2017-4
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