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BMW X5 SAV Recall 13V045: Service Brakes; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist

NHTSA campaign 13V045, reported February 7, 2013, 30,265 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V045BMW of North America, LLC
Component
SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
Problem
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power assist braking.
Risk
The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall began during March 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 Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

BMW X5 SAV2007200820092010