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Recall 10V-446

BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2004 to 2010 BMW 5 Series and 2 other models: Service brakes, hydraulic (power assist, vacuum).

At a glance

Campaign number
10V-446
Reported
October 1, 2010
Vehicles affected
198,352 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, 6-series, and model year 2002-2008 7-series vehicles. A check valve of the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time this could result in contamination of the brake booster.

The risk

Power assist braking performance could be adversely affected. In extreme cases there could be a complete loss of power assist braking. An unexpected reduction or loss in power braking assist may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles