Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's front lower-left control arm may have a weak pivot bolt that could break, affecting your car's handling.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm breaks, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
BMW will inspect and replace the control arm at no cost to you, and will contact you when it's time for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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 1-800-525-7417.
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