NHTSA recall 18V-439 (18V439000)
suspension recall reported June 28, 2018 - about 43 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V439000
- Also written as
- 18V-439
- Reported
- June 28, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~43
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
Why it is dangerous
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. 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-439 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.