BMW is recalling certain 2020 X5 models due to potential weld separation in front suspension, which could affect vehicle handling and increase crash risk. Owners should contact BMW for free replacement.
If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling specific 2020 X5 models because a weld in the front suspension could separate, potentially causing handling issues and increasing crash risk. Affected owners should get their vehicle inspected by a dealer.
A weld connecting the front axle support and right front control arm bearing bracket may separate. This separation can cause handling problems and increase the risk of a crash if the vehicle is driven.
Owners of 2020 BMW X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles are affected. Drivers with the specific suspension weld issue face higher crash risk.
Check if your vehicle is a 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, or 2021 X5 xDrive45e model. The recall began December 18, 2020.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free front axle support replacement at a dealer.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The weld between the front axle support and right front control arm bearing bracket may separate, affecting vehicle handling and increasing crash risk.
Check if your vehicle is a 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, or 2021 X5 xDrive45e model.
Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange a free front axle support replacement at a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V678000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 20V678000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
