NHTSA Recall # | 73347 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 10V025000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X6 |
Model Year | 2010 |
Component | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
Date of notification | 30/03/10 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 14/12/09 |
End date of manufacturing | 16/12/09 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 28/01/10 |
Report created | 28/01/10 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 210 |
Defect summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2010 x5 and x6 sport activity vehicles manufactured between december 14, 2009 and december 16, 2009. In the upper right area of the windshield, bonding may be insufficient over a length of approximately 50cm. |
Consequence summary | In the case of a rollover, the stability of the roof could be affected increasing the risk of injuries. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners and authorized dealers will remove the windshield and then reinstall with the proper bonding free of charge. The safety recall began on march 30, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov . |