Recall 10V518000: 2008 BMW X5
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 26, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 20,750
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 x5 savs vehicles with 6-cylinder engines manufactured from november 1, 2007 through august 31, 2008. Due to a manufacturing process fault, the fuel pump was not produced to specifications. Under specific vehicle operating conditions, the fuel pump's commutator could experience an increase in wear.
The risk
This wear could lead to fuel pump malfunction and engine stalling. Engine stalling could create a potential for a crash resulting in injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the in-tank fuel pump free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V518000
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jan 11, 2011
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology