NHTSA Recall 07V391000: Service brakes, hydraulic
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,595 vehicles. It affects 2007 BMW X5 Sav.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V391000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | August 29, 2007 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." the cap of the brake fluid reservoir has been designed in orderto recognize a low fluid level of the hydraulic brake system by triggering a red warning lamp in the instrument cluster. A switch that is attached to this cap could malfunction at high temperatures.
Safety risk
If this happened, the red warning lamp in the instrument cluster would not be activated. Loss of the hydraulic brake system may cause increased stopping distances which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2007. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V391000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X5 Sav | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.