BMW X5 and X6 Front Suspension Bolts May Loosen
high How serious is it? About this label
A suspension that is not performing correctly can increase the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 17V727000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Nov 17, 2017 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Part affected | Suspension |
| Vehicles covered | 2 model/year combinations, model years 2018 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
On some BMW X5 and X6 vehicles, the bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been tightened properly. Loose bolts can affect how the suspension performs.
What you should do
2. Contact your BMW dealer or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
3. Inspection and tightening of the suspension bolts is free.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 17V727000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (2)
Who to contact
BMW — official BMW recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-525-7417
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Official notice
- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.
- Safety risk
- Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.