2012 BMW X5 Diesel Recalled Due To Issue With Belt Tensioner
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Harry Lay
Published: June 28th, 2011
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BMW has officially initiated a recall of certain diesel X5 vehicles due to a component manufacturing error at the supplier, affecting the welds in the belt tensioner that could have incipient cracks.
These cracks may cause a malfunction of the belt tensioner. If the belt fails, power steering assistance may fail, increasing chances of a crash.
The affected 2012 X5’s include any manufactured from March 31, 2011 to May 19,2011. The recall does not affect any gasoline powered X5’s.
BMW dealers will replace the engine belt tensioner free of charge. The safety recall has already begun. Any BMW owners with questions are encouraged to contact customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
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