NHTSA recall 20V-678: Suspension

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported November 4, 2020 · 4 affected model years

Suspension recall

20V-678
November 4, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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 details

NHTSA campaign number20V678000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateNovember 4, 2020
ComponentSuspension:Front:Control Arm
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Affected vehicles

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