2011 BMW X6 ACTIVEHYBRID SAC; 2011 BMW X5 DIESEL SAV; 2011 BMW X5; 2011 BMW X6
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
BMW is recalling certain 2011 X5 and X6 models manufactured between April and November 2010. The front driveshaft universal joint in these vehicles may allow water and debris to enter and damage the joint, potentially causing it to fail. If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not receive power, reducing traction and increasing crash risk. Continued driving with a broken front universal joint may also damage other vehicle components.
BMW will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the front driveshaft at no charge. Owners of affected vehicles should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange the replacement.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
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.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 X5 xDrive 35i, xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles manufactured April 5, 2010, to November 20, 2010, 2011 X5 xDrive35d diesel vehicles manufactured April 7, 2010, to November 20, 2010, and 2011 X6 Active Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 15, 2010, to November 17, 2010. The affected vehicles have a front driveshaft universal joint that may not seal out water and debris from getting in and damaging the joint, which could lead to its failure.
Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.