2001 BMW X5 Recalls (11)

Campaign:
00V261000 on 09/13/2000
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
06/27/2000 - 07/30/2000
Affected:
490
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. the safety belt lower outboard anchorage bolt on the driver's and front passenger's seats may not have been secured properly.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash, the safety belt system might not be able to provide its maximum restraint function.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the bolts and correct the torque if necessary.
Notes:
Owner notification began september 27,2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V341000 on 10/26/2000
Component:
Steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting
Manufactured:
09/09/2000 - 10/12/2000
Affected:
2,643
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. the nut that secures the axial joint of the left steering tie rod to the steering gear box may have not have been tightened securely. this could lead to loosening of the nut and, initially to steering wheel play and/or misalignment, as well as noise from the steering linkage. if vehicle operation continues, the tie rod could disconnect from the steering gear box.
Consequence:
If this were to occur, loss of steering control could result.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and re-torque the nut securing the axial joint of the left steering tie rod. if the torque of the nut is found to be loose, the right nut will also be checked and corrected if necessary, and a front wheel alignment will be performed.
Notes:
Owner notification began november 14, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V030000 on 02/08/2001
Component:
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured:
09/20/2000 - 01/18/2001
Affected:
13,791
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. during assembly of these vehicles, the lower end of the spindle may not have been inserted completely into the coupling. in such a case, the fastening bolt used to secure the connection may not completely engage the spindle within the coupling. during driving, it would be possible for the spindle to disconnect.
Consequence:
This could result in a loss of steering capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the spindle to ensure proper insertion in the coupling, and, if necessary, the spindle will be fully inserted and the fastening bolt replaced. owner notification began february 6, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V173000 on 05/31/2001
Component:
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Manufactured:
03/07/2001 - 03/10/2001
Affected:
47
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. due to an assembly error during vehicle production, any of the three bolts that secure the pulley to the pump may have been inadequately tightened.
Consequence:
In such a case, the bolts could ultimately loosen causing the pulley to throw off the drive belt. this would result in the loss of certain engine auxiliary functions, i.e., power steering assist, water pump, or alternator. steering effort would then be increased.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley to see if it is loose. if the pulley is not loose on the pump, the retaining bolts will be torqued to specification. if the pulley is loose, the pump, pulley, attaching bolts, and drive belt will be replaced. owner notification began august 17, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V196000 on 07/01/2001
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Manufactured:
08/31/1999 - 02/27/2001
Affected:
14,300
Defect:
Vehicle description: 4.4i sport utility vehicles. over an extended period of time, abrasion particles could deposit on the electrical contacts within the switch, causing a disruption of the electric current through the contacts. if the disruption occurs when the vehicle is stationary with the transmission in the neutral or park positions, the transmission will switch automatically into the emergency program, which is displayed in the instrument cluster via a warning lamp and a message, "trans. fail-safe prog." in this case, the vehicle can be driven in lower gears only with limited engine output.
Consequence:
If this problem occurs, the ability to maintain speed in traffic and/or accelerate could be greatly diminished, possibly leading to a crash.
Correction:
dealers will replace the transmission gear position indicator switch. owner notification began august 14, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V206000 on 07/01/2001
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Manufactured:
12/17/2000 - 09/04/2001
Affected:
76,469
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Consequence:
If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. in addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the fan. owner notification began september 28, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V197000 on 07/01/2001
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Manufactured:
03/07/2001 - 03/10/2001
Affected:
36
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. due to an assembly error, one or both self-locking nuts that secure the pedal assembly to the booster may have been cross-threaded on the booster studs that protrude through the firewall. in such a case, the nut(s) would not be fully seated on the stud(s).
Consequence:
If this occurred, the effective brake pedal travel could be reduced due to relative movement between the pedal and booster. braking performance while driving could be adversely affected. in addition, it is possible that the booster could develop a leak after an extended period of time resulting in a reduction in brake power assist.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the two lock nuts to determine if they are properly seated. if the nuts are not properly seated or are cross-threaded, the brake booster will be replaced. owner notification began august 17, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
02V138000 on 05/19/2002
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Affected:
1,550
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Consequence:
If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. in addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the fan. owner notification began september 28, 2001. this is a supplement to a recall that began during september 2001 (see recall campaign 01v206). owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
02V194000 on 07/25/2002
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Manufactured:
08/18/1999 - 02/07/2001
Affected:
34,860
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, due to a manufacturing problem, the brake pedal arm pivot shaft could loosen from its support bracket.
Consequence:
Eventually, the brake pedal arm could detach from the bracket, rendering the service braking system ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will check the brake pedal arm pivot shaft for proper seating in its support bracket. in addition, a pin will be installed to secure the shaft to the bracket. owner notification began august 14, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-332-4269.
Notes:
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
03V001000 on 02/03/2003
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
07/31/1999 - 04/11/2002
Affected:
84,000
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles, it may be possible for the front brake line to slip out of the retaining bracket located at the front strut. the brake hose that is attached to the brake line could come in contact with the tire and be subjected to wear and abrasion.
Consequence:
This could initially cause some brake fluid leakage, and eventually lead to a substantial loss of brake fluid. there could be a noticeable reduction in brake performance if a loss of front brake performance occurs.
Correction:
Dealers will install an additional retaining clip to further secure the brake line to the front strut. additionally, if inspection of any brake hose indicates that it has experienced damage, the hose will be replaced. owner notification began february 14, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
17V047000 on 01/25/2017
Component:
Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module
Manufactured:
04/17/2000 - 01/30/2003
Affected:
230,117
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2000-2002 bmw 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 323ci, 325ci, 330ci, m3, 323it, 325it and 325xit vehicles, 2001-2002 525i, 530i, 540i, m5, 525it and 540it vehicles, and 2001-2003 x5 3.0i, x5 4.4i, and x5 4.6is vehicles. these vehicles may have had a driver-side air bag module installed as replacement equipment such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bag, or as a remedy part for a prior recall. these replacement modules contain an air bag inflator that may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to lower absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver side air bag module, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began march 15, 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.

2001 BMW X5 TSBs (50)

Bulletin:
651201
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Customers may complain of a discharged battery with the alpine cd53 radio. *tt
Bulletin:
651201
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Revised information regarding alpine cd53 radio causing dead battery condition. *tt
Bulletin:
651201
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
On some parked vehicles, the alpine cd53 radio causes the bus to wake up at ambient temperatures below 40f, the battery could also become discharged. *tt
Bulletin:
SI651201
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Subject regarding service action to reprogram alpine cd53 radio. *jg
Bulletin:
SI515401
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Some customers may complain of the luggage compartment (hatch) interior light being loose or broken. *jg
Bulletin:
SIB120302
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding dme reprogramming for check engine light. *tt
Bulletin:
510307
Component:
176100 latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Summary:
Install hood latch corrosion resistant clip. *kb
Bulletin:
SI B61 11 07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Missing clip on power cable causes various electrical complaints. *nj
Bulletin:
SI B 340307
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Dsc warning lamp illuminated. e70 (x5) vehicles produced up to january 28, 2007. *pe updated 9/10/08. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B34 01 08
Component:
053000 parking brake:indicator light
Summary:
The parking brake warning is illuminated and fault code 6032 is stored. for model e70 (x5). *pe
Bulletin:
SI B37-03-07
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Bmw: dynamic drive (ars) front sway bar repairs. e70 (x5) with sport package option code zsp. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B63-04-08
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Bmw: headlamp moisture: fault diagnostics. water or condensation in one or both headlamps. models 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, x5, x6, 1 series, and 3 series. model years 2000-20008. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-B51-30-08
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Bmw: water leak in the front right footwell area causing the carpet to become wet. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-B-11-01-07
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: small number of vehicles experience problems ranging from leaking oil filler caps, leaking or broken valve covers, to complete engine failure in extremely cold climate conditions. moisture accumulating in engine crankcase ventilation v
Bulletin:
SI-B130209
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
Bmw: diesel: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfunction message is displayed in the cc) and a combination of the following fault codes may be stored in the dde control mod
Bulletin:
SIB-65-75-06
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Bmw service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the airbag warning lamp (awl) is illuminated, together with the passenger airbag status lamp (pol). the problem may be intermittent. microcracks in the oc3 seat mat. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-B31-01-08
Component:
105200 power train:driveline:constant velocity joint
Summary:
Bmw: replacement of front outer cv joint. complaints of clicking or grinding noises coming from the front axle area when making a turn. the front outer constant velocity joint boot is split open and the joint is already damaged.
Bulletin:
SIB-61-15-09
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: various electrical problems are possible on the vehicle: warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown; wipers in default mode (permanently on); and fault codes f
Bulletin:
SIB-34-03-07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: dsc warning lamp illuminated. the dsc (dynamic stability control) warning lamp is illuminated and some or all of the following fault codes are stored: 6e58; 6e04; 53ba; d36f; 55c3; 6eca; and the wipers may also be operating
Bulletin:
SIB-13-02-09
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. the service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfuction message is displayed in the cc), and a combination of the following fault codes may be stored in the dde cont
Bulletin:
SIB-12-09-08
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: driveability complaints due to cooling fan relay failure. the customer may complain of intermittent driveability problems, described as-engine is lacking power when accelerating uphill; transmission will not upshift under hea
Bulletin:
SIB-12-23-07
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: fc 2ef4 characteristic map thermostat. complaints that the service engine soon lamp is illuminated. fault code 2ef4 characteristic map thermostat is stored in dme fault memory. dme software calibration related to high heatin
Bulletin:
SIB-61-11-07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: missing clip on power cable causes various electrical complaints. vehicle will not start. instrument cluster or displays are flickering. remote control will not unlock vehicle. various control modules cannot be accessed usin
Bulletin:
SIB-61-13-07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: electronic malfunction cc message caused by shorted wiring. the electronic malfunction check control message may be displayed; the sounds system emits a static noise from the speakers; the rfk (rear view camera) does not pan;
Bulletin:
SIB-36-05-07
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Bmw: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. model e90, e91(3 series);e92, e92 (3 series); e60 (5 series); e60 (m5); e63, e64 (6 series); e63, e64 (m6); e65, e66 (7 series); e70 (x5); e83 (x3); and e85, e86 (z4).
Bulletin:
SIB-16-02-09
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
Bulletin:
SI-B61-15-09
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw: various electrical problems. on the vehicle, various electrical problems are possible. warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown; wipers in default mode (permanently o
Bulletin:
SIB-32-04-07
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-16-03-10
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Bmw: warning message on about low diesel exhaust fuel level and that the engine will not restart within 999 miles. the light comes on a few thousand miles earlier than a recommended oil change. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-13-07-10
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: there is a rough engine idle and "service engine soon light" when driving downhill in high altitudes during cold weather. there may be six different fault codes. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-13-02-10
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Bmw: it is now possible to perform a fuel quality detection test on vehicles with an n54 engine. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-13-06-10
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: a service engine soon light comes on. the engine will only operate to 1500 rpms and lacks power. there is a software application error. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-11-08-03
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: six different models equipped with the m54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and ruin the engine. this is due to moisture accumulation. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-63-02-01
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-61-08-10
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw: elctronically disconnecting the junction box without disconnecting the battery will cause damage to the rear power distribution box. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-51-26-10
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Bmw: model e70 equipped with an automatic tailgate. the rear tailgate may not operate in either direction due to wiring damage. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-65-36-09
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Bmw: the airbag warning lamp is illuminated due to a software error. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-52-08-09
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Bmw: there are noises when adjusting the front driver or passenger seates. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-63-10-09
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Bmw: the brake light fails and the bulb holder is deformed due to high temperatures and the composition of the holder. *rm updated on 4/25/2013. *kb
Bulletin:
SIB-12-15-11
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: the service engine soon light is on. there are trouble codes stored for the crankshaft sensor. no driveability issues. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-63-04-10
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Bmw: the bulb has failed on the daytime running lamp. *pe
Bulletin:
SIB-63-05-11
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Bmw: on certain vehicles, the xenon headlamp often have no trouble found when returned and tested thru warranty parts system. the root cause is not possible to be identify. *pe
Bulletin:
SIB-010511
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. n52k engine dmtl pump: emissions warranty extensions to 10 years/120,000 miles. bmw has become aware of a potential problem with the durability of the tank leak diagnostic module (dmtl) pu
Bulletin:
SIB160712
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Bmw: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. due to high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. this may inhibit the movement of one or both of the fuel level se
Bulletin:
SIB-61-05-12
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw: batter discharged because of unfavorable driving profile. this is caused on short trips (less than 3 miles) or when the telephone or entertainment system is used for up to 30 minutes while vehicle is stationary. models x5, x6 all mod
Bulletin:
SIB-17-02-09
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Bmw: oil leaks from the air hose on turbocharger. this is designated for e70, and e90 models with m57y diesel engines. service engine soon lamp may be illuminated. *kb
Bulletin:
SIB-63-09-14
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Bmw: some vehicles, with 552 option, are experiencing a malfunction of led headlight on one where it flickers on an doff during driving and the control check message is indicating defective driving light or parking light. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B65 04 14
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light. *ta
Bulletin:
B270216
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
"repairing transfer case actuator (vtg servo-motor). the anti-lock brakes (abs), brakes and dynamic stability control (dsc) warnings are on and there may also be a ""drivetrain malfunction"" warning on in the control display. there is also
Bulletin:
B120808
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Si b12 08 08 engine electrical systems december 2015 technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b12 08 08 dated april 2008. the vehicle's nox emissions may exceed the legally mandated limits. by completing this servi

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