Recall List for the 2001 BMW X5

Official recalls have been issued for the 2001 BMW X5 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local BMW service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call BMW customer service.

  1. RECALL: Inflators In Sports Steering Wheels May Explode

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

    Date Announced
    JAN 14, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    157,549
  2. RECALL: Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 20, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    230,117
  3. RECALL: Bmw /Front Brake Hose

    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. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 09, 2003
    Vehicles Affected
    84,000
  4. RECALL: Bmw/Brake Pedal Arm Pivot Shaft

    Eventually, the brake pedal arm could detach from the bracket, rendering the service braking system ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 24, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    34,860
  5. RECALL: Bmw/Engine Auxiliary/Cooling Fan

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 16, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    1,550
  6. RECALL: Bmw/Engine Auxiliary/Cooling Fan

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 21, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    76,469
  7. RECALL: Bmw/Transmission Gear Position Indicator Switch

    If this problem occurs, the ability to maintain speed in traffic and/or accelerate could be greatly diminished, possibly leading to a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 14, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    14,300
  8. RECALL: Bmw/Brake Booster Attaching Nut

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 14, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    36
  9. RECALL: Bmw/Steering Pump Pulley Bolts

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 24, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    47
  10. RECALL: Bmw/Spindle Bolt

    This could result in a loss of steering capability and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 06, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    13,791
  11. RECALL: Bmw/Steering

    If this were to occur, loss of steering control could result. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 24, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    2,643
  12. RECALL: Bmw/Seat Belt Anchorage Bolt

    In the event of a crash, the safety belt system might not be able to provide its maximum restraint function. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 11, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    490

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