Passenger car X5, M X5, X6, M X6
Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0955/12 |
| Brand | Bmw |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | X5 and M X5, E70 / X6 M X6, E71 from 20/04/2012 till 04/06/2012. Right-hand drive vehicles are not concerned. |
| Published | 6 July 2012 |
Risk Description
null A pressure drop could arise in the hydraulic steering system causing a sudden loss of power steering assistance. Under certain circumstances, hydraulic oil could spray on hot components in the engine compartment and ignite.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car