Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
Manufacturer
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
What Happened
The rear brake disc in your X5 or X6 is a part that helps your vehicle stop smoothly. Unfortunately, in some 2009 models, they might not have been made correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear brake disc fails, it could break, causing a loss of braking at one wheel. This will make it harder to stop quickly, increasing the chance of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the brake discs and replace them if needed – at no cost to you. They'll fix the problem to ensure your vehicle stops safely.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
BMW IS RECALLING MY 2009 X5 AND X6 VEHICLES. THE REAR BRAKE DISCS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. AS A RESULT, A REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE AT THE AFFECTED REAR WHEEL COULD OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN AN EXTREME CASE, THE AFFECTED REAR BRAKE DISC COULD BREAK RESULTING IN A LOSS OF BRAKING AT THAT WHEEL INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCES AND THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES BY INSPECTING THE REAR BRAKE DISCS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-525-7417.
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