Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V138000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V138000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 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 Includes 121,909 affected units, Front Driveshaft Universal Joint may Fail, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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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

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V138000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-03-02T00:00:00

Subject: Front driveshaft universal joint may fail

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 121,909

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 79.32

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