Recall 20V678000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Report Date

20201104

Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Affected Vehicles

5 models

Defect Description

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 Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2020	BMW	X5
2020	BMW	X6
2020	BMW	X6 M
2020	BMW	X7
2021	BMW	X5

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