NHTSA recall 18V336000
Engine And Engine Cooling · BMW of North America, LLC
May 23, 2018report date
33,214units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.
Why it matters: If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2009 Bmw X5, 2010 Bmw X5, 2011 Bmw X5, 2012 Bmw X5, 2013 Bmw X5.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V336000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.