NHTSA Recall # | 126239 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V680000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X6 M |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Date of notification | 21/09/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 10/09/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 20/09/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 28/09/18 |
Report created | 04/10/18 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 108 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2019 bmw x6 sdrive35i, x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break. |
Consequence summary | If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. Bmw dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2018. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |