Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER
11V521000BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC V (Vehicle)32084MFRBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC10/20/201110/27/2011
Defect SummaryBmw is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 5-series, 5-series gran turismo, 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 SummaryThis could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryBmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
NotesOwners 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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
SIB-12-09-0802/01/200810032781Bmw 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 hea05/21/2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
SIB-12-16-1108/01/201110041407Ready09/30/2011
SIB-12-16-1108/01/201110041407Bmw: service engine soon light is on and the engine has reduced power with trouble codes stored. *rm09/30/2011
TS-12-19-1008/01/201010041276Bmw: service engine soon light is on with a fault code stored. internal dmtl pump failure.*rm09/26/2011
TS-12-19-1008/01/201010041276Ready09/26/2011
SIB-12-15-1107/01/201110040852Ready09/13/2011
SIB-12-15-1107/01/201110040852Bmw: the service engine soon light is on. there are trouble codes stored for the crankshaft sensor. no driveability issues. *rm09/13/2011
SIB-12-09-1104/01/201110040044Bmw: there is a delayed throttle response when driving off with a high engine load. it occurs when it is hot outside, the a/c is switched on, and the wheel is turned slightly. there is a software problem. *rm08/15/2011
SIB-12-09-1104/01/201110040044Ready08/15/2011
SI-B16-01-1102/01/201110038187Ready06/09/2011
SI-B16-01-1102/01/201110038187Bmw: there is a software error causing the service engine soon light to illuminate and store a trouble code. *rm06/09/2011
SIB-11-08-0307/01/201010037010Bmw: 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. *rm04/27/2011
SIB-11-08-0307/01/201010037010Ready04/27/2011
SIB-13-06-1006/01/201010036985Ready04/25/2011
SIB-13-07-1006/01/201010036982Ready04/25/2011
SIB-13-06-1006/01/201010036985Bmw: a service engine soon light comes on. the engine will only operate to 1500 rpms and lacks power. there is a software application error. *rm04/25/2011
SIB-13-07-1006/01/201010036982Bmw: 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. *rm04/25/2011
SIB-12-26-0910/01/200910032646Bmw vehicles: edk throttle potentiometer faults-diagnosis. models e60, e63, e64, e65, e66, and e70. the service engine soon and dsc/dtc warning lamps are illuminated. the engine enters the power reduction (fail safe) mode. *pe04/23/2010
SI-B12-22-0909/01/200910031664Bmw: the spark plugs in the affected suvs may not adhere to the durability requirements. microcracks in the ceramic insulator of the spark plug may occur, which could result in engine misfiring and rough running, especially at higher engi01/06/2010
SIB-12-17-0905/01/200910030624Bmw vehicle: water has entered electronics box because the lid is not properly fitted. once it is verified that water has indeed entered the electronics box, it will be necessary to replace both the lower part of the electronics box and t10/30/2009
SB-12-18-0905/01/200910030613Bmw vehicles: program control units (dme-dmtl diagnosis). an incorrect tank leakage diagnosis may occur due to a software error. the service engine soon (mil) lamp may be illuminated with the dmtl leakage fault stored, even though there10/27/2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
SIB-16-01-1202/01/201210043713Bmw: a more robust sensor was developed due to selective catalyst reduction (scr) active tank failing, because of temperature sensor, and is integrated into active tank. *pe04/23/2012
SIB-16-03-1006/01/201010036981Ready04/25/2011
SIB-16-03-1006/01/201010036981Bmw: 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. *rm04/25/2011
SI-B-13-03-1005/01/201010034189Bmw: program control units. vehicles with m57y diesel engine. service engine soon lamp (mil) is illuminated erroneously. dde software error. *pe10/25/2010
SIB-12-26-0910/01/200910032646Bmw vehicles: edk throttle potentiometer faults-diagnosis. models e60, e63, e64, e65, e66, and e70. the service engine soon and dsc/dtc warning lamps are illuminated. the engine enters the power reduction (fail safe) mode. *pe04/23/2010
SIB-13-02-0910/01/200910032642Bmw 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 cont04/21/2010
SIB-12-17-0905/01/200910030624Bmw vehicle: water has entered electronics box because the lid is not properly fitted. once it is verified that water has indeed entered the electronics box, it will be necessary to replace both the lower part of the electronics box and t10/30/2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
SIB-16-01-0909/01/201010037076Ready05/04/2011
SIB-16-01-0909/01/201010037076Bmw: there is an extraction and refilling process for the desiel exhaust fluid. e70 and e90 models. *rm05/04/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
SIB-18-02-1208/01/201210046861Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. the replacing and/or checking of emissions monitoring components to increase emissions stability, high pressure (hp) egr valve restriction of excessive soot and improved diesel exhaust f10/31/2012
SIB-18-05-1207/01/201210045284Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. under voluntary emissions recall campaign 11e-a03:check/replace emissions monitoring components. due to excessive soot build up, the high pressure (hp) egr valve may be restricted under08/27/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV)
SIB-11-03-0812/01/201010038217Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm06/10/2011
SIB-11-03-0812/01/201010038217Ready06/10/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
SIB-18-02-1208/01/201210046861Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. the replacing and/or checking of emissions monitoring components to increase emissions stability, high pressure (hp) egr valve restriction of excessive soot and improved diesel exhaust f10/31/2012

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
06/22/201014000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 55-65 mph, the vehicle would suddenly decelerate to about 25 mph. then the vehicle would completely shut down with no power steering or power brakes. after the failure, the check engine light would illuminate. the contact pulled the emergency brake and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership. the dealer stated that they made repairs with the computer. the contact experienced the same failure the day after receiving the vehicle from the dealer. the vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would investigate but had not corresponded with the contact since. the vin was unavailable when the complaint was filed. the current mileage was approximately 15,000. the failure mileage was approximately 14,000-bk
01/04/201050001
 This issue is for a 2009 bmw x5 3.5d (diesel) suv. when slowing down to a near or rolling stop at approximately 2 mph and then attempting to accelerate quickly while turning, the vehicle continues to roll without power for up to 3 seconds. scenario: pull up to an intersection for a right or left turn, slow to a near stop, then accelerate. the vehicle just rolls forward when crossing traffic or attempting to pull away quickly. meanwhile, traffic is approaching you at speed and an accident could easily occur. volkswagen diesel vehicles had a similar problem with their dynamic stability control (dsc) system recent. the key factor may be operating under these conditions while attempting a turn, which invokes dsc. i have experienced this several times since purchase of the vehicle in august 2009. *tr

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