NHTSA recall 01V173000
Steering · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: Due to an assembly error during vehicle production, any of the three bolts that secure the pulley to the pump may have been inadequately tightened.
Why it matters: In such a case, the bolts could ultimately loosen causing the pulley to throw off the drive belt. This would result in the loss of certain engine auxiliary functions, i.e., power steering assist, water pump, or alternator. Steering effort would then be increased.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley to see if it is loose. If the pulley is not loose on the pump, the retaining bolts will be torqued to specification. If the pulley is loose, the pump, pulley, attaching bolts, and drive belt will be replaced. Owner notification began August 17,…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Bmw X5.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 01V173000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.