NHTSA recall 18V-336 (18V336000)

engine and engine cooling recall reported May 23, 2018 - about 33,214 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 18V336000
Also written as: 18V-336
Reported: May 23, 2018
Vehicles affected: ~33,214
Component: engine and engine cooling

What is being recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.

Why it is dangerous

If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-336 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

BMW X5 - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.