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HighREC-000131Published 14 February 2013View official notice ↗

2007–2010 BMW E70 X5

Affected
1,603
Category
Cars
Campaign
00 34 08 02 00
Supplier
BMW Australia Ltd.
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The defect

Engine oil which has entered the brake booster may damage the internal rubber membrane. The membrane may develop a leak and this will impair the brake power assistance system.

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The hazard

If the defect occurs, it is then only possible to slow the vehicle with an increased level of brake pedal pressure. This may pose a hazard to the driver and to other road users.

The remedy

Consumers should contact an authorised BMW motor vehicle service centre, or call the BMW Group Australia Customer Interaction Centre on freecall: 1 800 813 299.

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 1,603 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact BMW Australia Ltd. to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.