Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The integrated brake system in your vehicle is a critical safety component that helps you stop quickly and safely. In some 2020-2021 models, the rotor and shaft inside this system may not have been welded properly, which could cause them to separate during hard braking.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rotor and shaft separate, you could lose the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance while driving. This means your brakes won't be able to slow down your vehicle as quickly or safely, increasing the risk of a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty brake system with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice – it's a critical safety fix that'll help keep you and your passengers safe on the road.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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