Recall 13V045000: Brake Vacuum Line Replacement

REPORT RECEIPT DATE: February 07, 2013

NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V045000

COMPONENT(S): Service Brakes , Service Brakes, Hydraulic

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 30,265

ALL PRODUCTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RECALL

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL MODEL YEAR(S)

BMW X5 SAV 2007-2010

DETAILS

2 Associated Documents

MANUFACTURER: BMW of North America, LLC.

SUMMARY:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power assist braking.

CONSEQUENCE:
The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a vehicle crash.

REMEDY:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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.