BMW X5, X6, X6 Activehybrid SAC: Driveshaft

Date

March 2, 2017

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW X5 (2011, 2012, 2013); BMW X6 (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); BMW X6 Activehybrid SAC (2011)

Component

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Description of the defect

BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles, and 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the joint's failure.

Potentially affected

121909

What can happen

If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 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.

Owner notification date

April 18, 2017

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

17V138000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.