- BMW is recalling 923 2011 X5 xDrive35d sport-activity vehicles because there could be a sudden loss of power-steering assistance, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- BMW dealers will replace the engine belt tensioner in the affected vehicles.
- The recall is expected to begin sometime this month.
WASHINGTON — BMW is recalling 923 2011 X5 xDrive35d sport-activity vehicles because there could be a sudden loss of power-steering assistance, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
"Due to a component manufacturing error at the supplier, the welds in the belt tensioner could have incipient cracks," said NHTSA in its recalls summary of the problem. "Over time, this could lead (to) a malfunction of the belt tensioner. If the belt tensioner fails, there could be a sudden loss of power-steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash."
The recall affects BMW X5s with diesel engines built from March 31, 2011 through May 19, 2011. BMW initially said the vehicles were 2012 models, but later corrected the model year.
In other documentation filed with the federal government, BMW said it is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this recall.
BMW dealers will replace the engine belt tensioner on the affected vehicles. The recall is expected to begin sometime this month. Owners can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
Inside Line says: If you own the aforementioned 2011 BMW X5, have it checked out with your dealer ASAP.
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chamo says:
01:39 PM, 06/28/2011
Meh, power steering is over-rated anyways.
rex21 says:
11:33 AM, 06/28/2011
WMB always sits at the bottom of the JD Power quality survey, this is what they mean....
aston_dbs says:
10:44 AM, 06/28/2011
Or as the folks in BMW say:
"Eh, just another day at the office..."