NHTSA recall 20V-465 (20V465000)
power train recall reported August 7, 2020 - about 21 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V465000
- Also written as
- 20V-465
- Reported
- August 7, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~21
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.
Why it is dangerous
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2020. 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 20V-465 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.