Recall 18V439000: 2018 BMW X6 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Jun 28, 2018
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Potentially affected
- 43vehicles
- Model years
- 2018
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
Possible consequence
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2018 BMW X573 complaints
- 2018 BMW X64 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.