Recall 12V550000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Report Date

20121127

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Affected Vehicles

4 models

Defect Description

BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.

Safety Consequence

If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2009	BMW	X5 SAV
2010	BMW	X5 SAV
2011	BMW	X5 SAV
2012	BMW	X5 SAV

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.