Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your BMW X5 may have a problem with the rear door locks. When you pull the inside door handle, the child safety lock might not stay engaged.
Risk if Unfixed
If the child safety lock doesn't work, someone in the back seat could open the door while you're driving or parked, which could lead to injury.
Free Fix
BMW will fix this for you free of charge. They'll inspect the door locks and replace any that need it. You can also call them at 1-800-525-7417 to get started.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 X5 SAV vehicles manufactured December 12, 2013, through March 10, 2014, and equipped with the Soft Close Automatic (SCA) option. The rear side door lock mechanisms may not have been manufactured to correct tolerances and when the inside door handle is pulled, the previously engaged child safety lock can disengage.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A disengaged child safety lock would allow the rear seat occupant to pull the door handle twice and open the door while the vehicle is parked or in motion, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear side door locks and any affected door locks will be replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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