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NHTSARecalled Jul 6, 2018 · #18V453000

Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice