2001 BMW X5 Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2001 BMW X5 has 10 recalls, the most serious being a steering spindle that may not be fully seated in its coupling, which can disconnect while driving and cause a complete loss of steering control. Several other steering concerns exist as well. The left front tie rod may have a loose nut where it connects to the steering gear box, which first causes wandering and play in the wheel, then can allow the tie rod to detach entirely and take away steering control. The power steering pump pulley may also have loose mounting bolts that can shed the drive belt, cutting power steering assist along with other engine-driven functions. On the brake side, improperly threaded nuts on the brake pedal assembly can cause unwanted movement between the pedal and booster, reducing how effectively the brakes respond to pedal input. Two recalls address the driver airbag: certain vehicles fitted with a sport steering wheel contain a Takata inflator that can explode during deployment, sending metal fragments into the cabin and potentially injuring or killing the driver. A stop-drive advisory is in effect for vehicles not yet repaired. Front seatbelt anchor bolts on both the driver and passenger seats may also be insufficiently tightened, which can prevent the belts from holding occupants properly in a crash.