Recall: 2009-2012 BMW X5 35d

nesnith · 12-06-2012, 02:04 PM

BMW has issued a recall on 2009-2012 X5 35d for a power steering issue. An engine part could break and causes loss of power steering.

Vehicle Make / Model:
Model Year(s):
BMW / X5 SAV
2009-2012

Manufacturer:
BMW of North America, LLC
Report Receipt Date:
NOV 27, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
12V550000
NHTSA Action Number:
N/A

Component:
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected:
29,800

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.

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

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall is expected to begin during January 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

scollins · 12-06-2012, 04:35 PM

Our bolt broke last month and it was replaced. I wonder if they I'll need to take it back (i.e., they've designed or spec'd a different bolt). I guess I'll wait to get an official notification....

apusillo · 12-07-2012, 09:27 AM

Just had mine done last week. Only took a few hours

daltonnnn · 12-09-2012, 08:07 AM

Just had mine done while I took my X5d in for warped front brakes at 5500 miles.

naheeda · 12-13-2012, 05:39 AM

is there a recall issued for the x5M 50 i drive? I've been having a constant loss of engine power message show up and tried google which says bmws have these problems..I'm a new bimmer owner so need some helpl!

daltonnnn · 12-13-2012, 06:59 PM

I can't believe this. The dealership didn't tighten my belt enough that when I start my engine, the belt squeals. What sucks even more is I don't have time to take it because they are so busy. I so dislike Charleston BMW......

12-06-2012, 02:04 PM	#1
nesnith Enlisted Member 1 Rep 39 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Recall: 2009-2012 BMW X5 35d BMW has issued a recall on 2009-2012 X5 35d for a power steering issue. An engine part could break and causes loss of power steering. Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): BMW / X5 SAV 2009-2012 Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC Report Receipt Date: NOV 27, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V550000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Potential Number of Units Affected: 29,800 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. Consequence: If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall is expected to begin during January 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. Last edited by nesnith; 12-06-2012 at 07:03 PM..
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12-06-2012, 04:35 PM	#2
scollins Bootleggin' 'n Gunrunnin' 137 Rep 2,372 Posts Drives: 2024 X3 M40i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Renton, WA iTrader: (3)	Our bolt broke last month and it was replaced. I wonder if they I'll need to take it back (i.e., they've designed or spec'd a different bolt). I guess I'll wait to get an official notification.... __________________ Scott 2024 G01 X3 M40i, Brooklyn Grey Metallic /// 2015 F15 X5 35i, Space Gray Metallic, 99K miles /// 2013 F30 320xi, Mojave Metallic, 112k miles 2019 Ford F450 STX, Oxford White 2013 Ducati Multistrada Touring S, Red
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12-07-2012, 09:27 AM	#3
apusillo Enlisted Member 1 Rep 36 Posts Drives: 2012 Bmw X5 3.5d Join Date: May 2012 Location: Aberdeen, NJ iTrader: (0)	Recall Just had mine done last week. Only took a few hours
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12-09-2012, 08:07 AM	#4
daltonnnn Driver 17 Rep 505 Posts Drives: F80 M3, MSM, Clubman S Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (2)	Just had mine done while I took my X5d in for warped front brakes at 5500 miles. __________________ Go Navy! Go SF 49ers!!! Go SF Giants!!! Go Warriors!!!!!
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12-13-2012, 05:39 AM	#5
naheeda Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: BMW X5M 2012 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Tanzania iTrader: (0)	is there a recall issued for the x5M 50 i drive? I've been having a constant loss of engine power message show up and tried google which says bmws have these problems..I'm a new bimmer owner so need some helpl!
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12-13-2012, 06:59 PM	#6
daltonnnn Driver 17 Rep 505 Posts Drives: F80 M3, MSM, Clubman S Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (2)	I can't believe this. The dealership didn't tighten my belt enough that when I start my engine, the belt squeals. What sucks even more is I don't have time to take it because they are so busy. I so dislike Charleston BMW...... __________________ Go Navy! Go SF 49ers!!! Go SF Giants!!! Go Warriors!!!!!
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