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BMW X5 SAV Recall 12V550: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System

NHTSA campaign 12V550, reported November 27, 2012, 29,800 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 12V550BMW of North America, LLC
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Problem
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.
Risk
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].
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 www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

BMW X5 SAV2009201020112012