NHTSA 18V453000 United States
BMW X4 recall: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Official safety recall 18V453000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign18V453000
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Report date2018-07-06
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| BMW X3 | 2018 | United States |
| BMW X3 | 2019 | United States |
| BMW X4 | 2019 | United States |
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and certain 2019 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.