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Recall 09V255000: Rear Disc Brake Defect

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

BMW/X5 2009

BMW/X6 2009

MANUFACTURER: BMW of North America, LLC

MFR'S REPORT DATE: June 25, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V255000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Disc

Potential Number of Units Affected: ?

SUMMARY:
BMW is recalling M/Y 2009 X5 and X6 vehicles. The rear brake discs may not have been manufactured according to specifications. As a result, a reduction in braking performance at the affected rear wheel could occur.

CONSEQUENCE:
In an extreme case, the affected rear brake disc could break resulting in a loss of braking at that wheel increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a remedy or notification schedule. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

NOTES:
Owners 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.