The 2008 BMW X5 has 3 recalls, the most serious being a driver's frontal airbag inflator that can rupture in a crash and send metal fragments into the cabin, risking serious injury to the driver or passengers.
A second recall covers a valve heater in the crankcase ventilation system that can short electrically and overheat, creating a fire risk both while driving and shortly after parking. On the braking side, this recall only affects X5 models with an 8-cylinder engine: the brake vacuum pump can leak oil into the brake booster hose, reducing power-assisted braking and extending stopping distances.
At a glance
What can fail
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation valve may short circuit, potentially causing an electrical fault.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a new electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV valve heater at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The driver's front air bag inflator may build up excessive pressure and rupture when the air bag deploys.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module or inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake vacuum pump can leak small amounts of oil into the hose, contaminating it and reducing power brake assist.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with a new one that includes a check valve.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
