Recall 13V-045
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2007 to 2010 BMW X5 Sav: Service brakes; Service brakes, hydraulic (power assist).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-045
- Reported
- February 7, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 30,265 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power assist braking.
The risk
The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a vehicle crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall began during March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-[removed] or email BMW at [removed]
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- BMW X5 Sav 2007 to 2010