Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- Component
- Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 5
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2019-07-23
- Owners notified
- 2019-07-16
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X5 xDrive50i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The left side wheel bolts may have been insufficiently tightened and may loosen over time.
Safety risk
Loose bolts may allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the left side wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.