NHTSA Recall # | 144137 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V465000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X7 |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 02/10/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 13/01/25 |
End date of manufacturing | 13/01/25 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 07/08/20 |
Report created | 10/08/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 21 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020 x5 sdrive 40i, x5 xdrive 40i and one x7 xdrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall. |
Consequence summary | An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2020. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |