NHTSA Recall 18V680000: Suspension: rear
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 108 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X6.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V680000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | September 28, 2018 |
| Owner notification | September 21, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.
Safety risk
If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V680000
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.