NHTSA Recall # | 143310 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V678000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X7 |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM |
Date of notification | 18/12/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 13/01/25 |
End date of manufacturing | 13/01/25 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 04/11/20 |
Report created | 04/11/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 83 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020 x5 sdrive40i, xdrive40i, x5 m50i, x5m, x7 xdrive40i, x7 m50i, x6 xdrive40i, x6 m50i and x6m vehicles and 2021 x5 xdrive45e vehicles. The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate. |
Consequence summary | If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began december 18, 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). |