BMW X5 SAV Recall, Power Loss Crash Danger

Vehicle Make / Model:   Model Year(s):
     BMW X5 SAV   2009-2012
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLCReport Receipt Date: NOV 27, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V550000NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Potential Number of Units Affected: 29,800
Summary: 
  BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.
Consequence: 
  If the engine belt idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

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