Recall 18V-439
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2018 BMW X5 and 1 other model: Suspension (front, control arm, lower arm).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V-439
- Reported
- June 28, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 43 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
The risk
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-[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]