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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

4WD Sport Utility Vehicle

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Diesel I6

Gas V8

Displacement

3.0L/182

4.4L/268

Fuel System

Direct Injection

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

265 @ 4200

400 @ 5500-6400

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

425 @ 1750-2250

450 @ 1750-4500

Transmission

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.17

4.71

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.34

3.14

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.52

2.11

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.14

1.67

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.87

1.29

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.69

1.00

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.40

3.32

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.64

3.15

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.84

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.67

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

5192 lbs

5379 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

Double Wishbone

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-link

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

15.2 x 1.4 in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

13.6 x 0.9 in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

18 x 8.5 in

Rear Wheel Size

18 x 8.5 in

Spare Wheel Size

Rear Wheel Material

Alloy

Spare Wheel Material

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

255/55R18

Rear Tire Size

255/55R18

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

26 MPG

20 MPG

Cruising Range - City

427.50 mi

315.00 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

19 MPG

14 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

22 MPG

16 MPG

Cruising Range - Hwy

585.00 mi

450.00 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

22.5 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

9.7

11.5

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

19.5

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

42.0 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

102.4 ft³

Front Head Room

36.6 in

Front Leg Room

40.0 in

Front Shoulder Room

60.0 in

Front Hip Room

Second Head Room

39.3 in

Second Leg Room

36.6 in

Second Shoulder Room

58.0 in

Second Hip Room

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

115.5 in

Length, Overall

191.1 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

76.1 in

Height, Overall

69.9 in

Track Width, Front

64.7 in

64.6 in

Track Width, Rear

65.0 in

64.8 in

Min Ground Clearance

8.7 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

5000 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

500 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

6000 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

900 lbs

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

210

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

18.2 qts

Feature

MECHANICAL

3.0-liter, 265-horsepower, 24-valve inline 6-cylinder dual overhead cam (DOHC) Advanced Diesel, TwinPower Turbo engine -inc: aluminum engine block & third-generation piezo common rail direct injection.

Engine start/stop button.

6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission -inc: adaptive transmission control, sport & STEPTRONIC manual shift modes.

xDrive all-wheel-drive system.

Pre-wiring for trailer hitch.

Double wishbone front suspension.

Lightweight multi-link integral rear suspension.

Engine-speed-sensitive power steering.

4-wheel anti-lock ventilated disc brakes, electronic front/rear proportioning.

Chrome exhaust tips

4.4-liter, 400-hp 32-valve V-8 engine -inc: twin-turbo technology, piezo direct fuel injection, (4) overhead camshafts, Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing.

Engine start/stop button.

8-speed Sport Automatic transmission -inc: adaptive transmission control, sport & STEPTRONIC manual shift modes, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

xDrive all-wheel-drive system.

Pre-wiring for trailer hitch.

Double wishbone front suspension.

Lightweight multi-link integral rear suspension.

Engine-speed-sensitive power steering.

4-wheel anti-lock ventilated disc brakes, electronic front/rear proportioning.

Brake energy regeneration to convert kinetic energy into usable electrical power.

Chrome exhaust tips

EXTERIOR

Star spoke (style 209) 18 x 8.5 light alloy wheels -inc: P255/55R18 run-flat all-season tires.

Panoramic moonroof -inc: 2-piece glass panel, power slide & lift control, wind deflector, electric interior sunshade.

Roof rails.

Roof spoiler w/center brakelight.

Xenon adaptive headlights -inc: auto-leveling.

Automatic headlights.

Halogen free-form foglights -inc: LED corona headlight-rings.

Adaptive brake lights.

Privacy glass in rear windows.

Pwr mirrors -inc: memory.

Automatic tilt-down of right outside mirror for visibility of curb when backing up.

Intermittent rain-sensing windshield wipers -inc: adjustable & vehicle-speed-sensitive wiping interval, single-wipe control, windshield-washer system w/heated washer jets.

Rear-window wiper/washer w/adjustable wiping interval.

Automatic tailgate w/opening/closing feature.

Body-color exterior door & tailgate handles

Star spoke (style 210) 18 x 8.5 light alloy wheels -inc: P255/55R18 run-flat all-season tires.

Panoramic moonroof -inc: 2-piece glass panel, power slide & lift control, wind deflector, electric interior sunshade.

Roof rails.

Roof spoiler w/center brakelight.

Xenon adaptive headlights -inc: auto-leveling.

Automatic headlights.

Halogen free-form foglights -inc: LED corona headlight-rings.

Adaptive brake lights.

Privacy glass in rear windows.

Pwr mirrors -inc: memory.

Automatic tilt-down of right outside mirror for visibility of curb when backing up.

Intermittent rain-sensing windshield wipers -inc: adjustable & vehicle-speed-sensitive wiping interval, single-wipe control, windshield-washer system w/heated washer jets.

Rear-window wiper/washer w/adjustable wiping interval.

Automatic tailgate w/opening/closing feature.

Body-color exterior door & tailgate handles

ENTERTAINMENT

Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system w/Radio Data System (RDS) -inc: high-fidelity 10-speaker sound system w/2 subwoofers under the front seats & digital 7-channel amplifier w/205 watts of power.

HD Radio -inc: "multicast" FM station reception.

Satellite radio preparation.

USB & iPod adapter.

Combox controller

INTERIOR

Dark burl walnut wood trim.

10-way power-adjustable driver & front passenger bucket seats -inc: 4-way adjustable lumbar support, memory system for driver seat.

3-stage heated front seats.

Active head restraints in front seats.

Split folding rear seats.

Nevada leather upholstery.

Front-seat center console -inc: armrest, storage compartment, aux input.

Rear-seat center armrest.

Floormats.

3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel -inc: controls for audio system, cruise control, steering wheel memory, Bluetooth wireless communication for hands-free mobile phone.

Power-adjustable steering column.

Service interval indicator & check control vehicle monitor.

Electronic analog instrumentation w/LED illumination.

Outside-temperature display.

iDrive system -inc: on-board computer & controller, (6) programmable memory buttons.

Dynamic cruise control.

Power windows -inc: key-off operation, one-touch opening & closing of all door windows, anti-trapping feature.

Vehicle and Key Memory.

Central locking system & coded driveway protection -inc: center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature & 2-step unlocking.

Automatic front climate control with separate left/right temperature settings, automatic air conditioning and recirculation control.

Active-charcoal micro-filter ventilation.

Rear-window defroster.

Dual cupholders front & rear.

12-volt aux power outlets.

Automatic-dimming rear-view & power-folding side-view mirrors.

Dual front sun visors w/illuminated mirrors.

Ambiance lighting.

Cargo cover.

Fully finished cargo area w/velour carpeting

Dark burl walnut wood trim.

10-way power-adjustable driver & front passenger bucket seats -inc: 4-way adjustable lumbar support, memory system for driver seat.

3-stage heated front seats.

Active head restraints in front seats.

Split folding rear seats.

Nevada leather upholstery.

Front-seat center console -inc: armrest, storage compartment, aux input.

Rear-seat center armrest.

Floormats.

3-spoke power tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel -inc: paddle shifters.

Power-adjustable steering column.

Service interval indicator & check control vehicle monitor.

Electronic analog instrumentation w/LED illumination.

Outside-temperature display.

iDrive system -inc: on-board computer & controller, (6) programmable memory buttons.

Dynamic cruise control.

Power windows -inc: key-off operation, one-touch opening & closing of all door windows, anti-trapping feature.

Vehicle and Key Memory.

Central locking system & coded driveway protection -inc: center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature & 2-step unlocking.

Hard drive-based navigation system -inc: voice-command, Real Time Traffic Info, online information services.

Automatic front climate control with separate left/right temperature settings, automatic air conditioning and recirculation control.

Active-charcoal micro-filter ventilation.

Rear-window defroster.

Dual cupholders front & rear.

12-volt aux power outlets.

Automatic-dimming rear-view & power-folding side-view mirrors.

Dual front sun visors w/illuminated mirrors.

Ambiance lighting.

Cargo cover.

Fully finished cargo area w/velour carpeting

SAFETY

Anti-theft alarm system.

Dynamic stability control (DSC) -inc: brake fade compensation, start-off assistant, brake drying, brake stand-by features, dynamic traction control (DTC), dynamic brake control.

Hill descent control (HDC).

Driver & passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) -inc: advanced technology, dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment, front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment.

Front & rear compartment head protection system (HPS) w/front side-impact airbags.

BMW Assist w/Bluetooth wireless technology -inc: (4) years of automatic collision notification, emergency request, enhanced roadside assistance, remote door unlock, stolen vehicle recovery, customer relations, TeleService, Mobile Office features, MyInfo.

Park distance control.

Roll-over sensor that triggers airbags & safety-belt pretensioners in the event of a roll-over.

Crash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump & starter from battery, unlocks doors, turns on hazard lights & interior lights.

3-point safety belts & head restraints at all seating positions.

Front safety belts w/automatic pretensioners.

Child safety rear door locks.

Tire pressure monitor

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
12.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Note:
Assist Safety Plan.

Maintenance Years:
4.

Maintenance Miles/km:
50,000

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
12V161000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 05, 2012.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO-CHARGER.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2,846.

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2012 6-SERIES CONVERTIBLE, 7-SERIES, X5 SAV, AND X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT..

Consequence:
THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE..

Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V336000.

Mfg's Report Date:
May 23, 2018.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
33,214.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break..

Consequence:
If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin July 13, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V248000.

Mfg's Report Date:
April 18, 2018.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
47,806.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat..

Consequence:
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V030000.

Mfg's Report Date:
January 9, 2018.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
41,808.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2010 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xdrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i,....

Consequence:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V138000.

Mfg's Report Date:
March 2, 2017.

Component:
POWER TRAIN.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
121,737.

Summary:
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..

Consequence:
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 is expected to begin April 24, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V020000.

Mfg's Report Date:
January 10, 2017.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
48,380.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, BMW is recalling certain 2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2009 X6 xDrive 35i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, and 2009 X5 xDrive35d vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above....

Consequence:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available are expected to be mailed March 1, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
14V176000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 10, 2014.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
156,137.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break..

Consequence:
If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in May 2014. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
12V550000.

Mfg's Report Date:
NOV 27, 2012.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
29,800.

Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time..

Consequence:
If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall is expected to begin during January 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected]

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 www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
12V267000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JUN 12, 2012.

Component:
STEERING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2,642.

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 X5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DIESEL ENGINE AND 2013 X5 AND X6 VEHICLES. DUE TO A MACHINING ERROR OF THE STEERING GEAR SURFACE, POWER STEERING FLUID MAY LEAK..

Consequence:
LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID CAN SPRAY ONTO HOT EXHAUST PARTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE..

Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
12V161000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 05, 2012.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO-CHARGER.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2,846.

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2012 6-SERIES CONVERTIBLE, 7-SERIES, X5 SAV, AND X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT..

Consequence:
THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE..

Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V248000.

Mfg's Report Date:
April 18, 2018.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
47,806.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat..

Consequence:
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
18V030000.

Mfg's Report Date:
January 9, 2018.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
41,808.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2010 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xdrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i,....

Consequence:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V138000.

Mfg's Report Date:
March 2, 2017.

Component:
POWER TRAIN.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
121,737.

Summary:
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..

Consequence:
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 is expected to begin April 24, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V020000.

Mfg's Report Date:
January 10, 2017.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
48,380.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, BMW is recalling certain 2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2009 X6 xDrive 35i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, and 2009 X5 xDrive35d vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above....

Consequence:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available are expected to be mailed March 1, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
14V176000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 10, 2014.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
156,137.

Summary:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break..

Consequence:
If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in May 2014. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417..

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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
12V267000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JUN 12, 2012.

Component:
STEERING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2,642.

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 X5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DIESEL ENGINE AND 2013 X5 AND X6 VEHICLES. DUE TO A MACHINING ERROR OF THE STEERING GEAR SURFACE, POWER STEERING FLUID MAY LEAK..

Consequence:
LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID CAN SPRAY ONTO HOT EXHAUST PARTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE..

Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

News - Crash Test Results

Note:
Frontal crash test results are valid for 2011 model year vehicles manufactured before July 2, 2010..

Male/Female Dummy Note:
Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs..

Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Rating Dynamic Test Result:
No Tip.

Risk of Rollover:
10.3%.

Rollover Note:
Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle's risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is.

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