NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V614
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components WHEELS
Potential Number of Units Affected 33
The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 1, 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.
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| SI B36 01 18 Wheels and Tires |
September 2018 Technical Service |
RECALL CAMPAIGN 18V-614: REPLACE WHEEL BOLTS
Please perform the procedure outlined in this Service Information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery. In the event the customer has already taken delivery of the vehicle, please perform the procedure the next time the vehicle is in the shop.
This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B36 01 18 dated September 2018
What’s New:
- Subject – Campaign number assigned
- Warranty info
MODEL
| F16 (X6) | F86 (X6M) |
SITUATION
BMW Group is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective September 7, 2018) on certain Model Year 2018-2019 BMW X6 and X6M vehicles produced from July 15 to July 31, 2018.
Approximately 33 vehicles are affected by this delivery stop/recall.
Affected vehicles show the campaign as “Open” when checked either in Warranty Vehicle Inquiry, AIR or ISPA Next and identified with the description:
- STOP013331 B360118 Recall: Replace Wheel Bolts.
CAUSE
During vehicle assembly, one or more wheel bolts were tightened with excessive force.
CORRECTION
Vehicles without optional Wheel Locks
Replace the five (5) standard wheel bolts on each of the affected vehicle’s four (4) wheels (20 wheel bolts per vehicle).
Vehicles with Accessory Wheel Locks
Replace the applicable remaining four (4) standard wheel bolts on each of the affected vehicle’s four (4) wheels (16 wheel bolts per vehicle).
PROCEDURE
Remove the existing wheel bolts in a safe manner:
- Screw in and snug the replacement wheel bolts evenly by hand/hand tool in a crosswise sequence in order to center the wheel (rim) on the hub.
- Complete the process by tightening the wheel bolts with a calibrated torque wrench to the specified tightening torque of 140Nm in a same crosswise sequence.
PARTS INFORMATION
| Part Number | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 36 13 6 890 324 | Wheel Bolt | 20 or 16 as applicable |
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Reimbursement for this Recall will be via normal claim entry utilizing the following information:
| Defect Code: | 0036030200 | F16 F86 Replacing wheel bolts |
Completion “before” vehicle delivery to the customer or the vehicle is already in the workshop
| 00 66 940 | 3 FRU | Replace wheel bolts of wheels (Plus work) |
Completion after vehicle delivery to the customer (with no other Main work will be performed/claimed)
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 00 66 252 | 5 FRU | Replace wheel bolts of wheels (Main work) |
Posted: Friday, September 28, 2018
ATTACHMENTS
View PDF attachment B360118 Recall Notice.
View PDF attachment 2018-2019-F16-86-WheelBolts-QA-(11Sep2018).
SAFETY RECALL NOTICE
To: All Center Operators, Sales Managers, Service Manager, Parts Manager and Warranty Processor
RE: Delivery Stop & Recall 18V-XXX: Replace Wheel Bolts B36 01 18
BMW Group is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective September 7, 2018) on certain Model Year 2018-2019 BMW X6 and X6M vehicles produced from July 15-31, 2018.
Owners will be notified by First Class mail about the Recall and will be instructed to bring their vehicles in for a free repair when parts are available.
Please be reminded that it is a violation of federal law (The Safety Act) for you to sell, lease or deliver any new motor vehicle covered by this notification until the recall repair has been performed. This means that centers may not legally deliver new motor vehicles to consumers until they are fixed or use/sell replacement equipment/parts subject to this recall. Note also that substantial civil penalties apply to violations of the Safety Act.
Also, you should not sell, lease or deliver any Certified Pre-Owned or used vehicles subject to a safety recall until the repair is completed.
Please follow any special instructions that we provide to you for the return or disposition of recall parts.
We appreciate all your assistance with this Recall.
Wheel Bolts
Safety Recall 18V-xxx
Model Year 2018-2019
BMW X6 / X6M
Last Updated 09/11/2018
| Q1. | Which BMW Group models in the US are potentially affected by this Safety Recall?
Approximately 33 Model Year 2018-2019 BMW X6 and X6M models in the US, produced in July 2018, are potentially affected. |
| Q2. | What is the specific issue?
During vehicle assembly, one or more wheel bolts may have been overtightened. This could affect vehicle handling and control, and could increase the risk of a crash. |
| Q3. | What can happen as a result of this issue?
A loose wheel bolt could affect vehicle handling and control, and could increase the risk of a crash. If you notice that vehicle handling and control is affected, pull off the road to a safe location away from traffic. Shut off the engine. All occupants should carefully exit the vehicle and move to a safe location away from traffic. Do not continue to drive your vehicle. Contact BMW Roadside Assistance at 1-800-332-4269 immediately to have your vehicle brought to the nearest authorized BMW center. |
| Q4. | Why are other BMW Group vehicles not included in this Safety Recall? The wheel bolts on other vehicles were tightened to specifications. |
| Q5. | How did BMW Group become aware of this issue?
BMW Group became aware of this issue through its quality control procedures. |
| Q6. | Can I determine if this issue exists in my vehicle?
If you notice that vehicle handling and control is affected, then your vehicle may be experiencing this issue. |
| Q7. | Can I continue to drive my vehicle (before I receive my letter)?
Yes. However, please make an appointment to have this Safety Recall performed by an authorized BMW center as soon as possible. If you are not the only driver of this vehicle, please advise all other drivers of this important information. If you notice that vehicle handling and control is affected, pull off the road to a safe location away from traffic. Shut off the engine. All occupants should carefully exit the vehicle and move to a safe location away from traffic. Do not continue to drive your vehicle. Contact BMW Roadside Assistance at 1-800-332-4269 immediately to have your vehicle brought to the nearest authorized BMW center. |
| Q8. | How will my vehicle be repaired?
The wheel bolts will be replaced for free and can take up to several hours to replace. |
| Q9. | Is BMW Group aware of any accidents or injuries in the US, involving these BMW Group vehicles associated with this Safety Recall?
No. |
| Q10. | How will I be informed of this Safety Recall?
You will receive a letter by the end of November via First Class mail advising you of this Safety Recall and requesting you to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW center to have this Safety Recall performed. You can locate your nearest authorized BMW center at www.bmwusa.com/dealers. To ensure the BMW Group has your most recent contact and vehicle information, please register your BMW vehicle at www.bmwusa.com/myBMW. Registration is free, and will give you access to factory initiated campaigns and other information specific to your vehicle. |
| Q11. | How long will the repair take?
This repair could take several hours; however, additional time may be required depending upon your BMW center’s schedule. The repair will be performed for free by your authorized BMW center. |
| Q12. | Do I have to wait for my letter to have my vehicle serviced? No. Please contact your nearest authorized BMW center at www.bmwusa.com/dealers to schedule a repair. |
SI B36 01 18
September 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCRIT-18V614-1360.pdf
RCRIT-18V614-1360
SI B36 01 18
September 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCRIT-18V614-8454.pdf
RCRIT-18V614-8454
SI B36 01 18
September 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCMN-18V614-9648.pdf
RCMN-18V614-9648
Recall Acknowledgement
September 27, 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCAK-18V614-2837.pdf
RCMN-18V614-9648
- IMPORTANT: NOT OEM LENGTH. This is an extended length lug bolt, NOT an OEM replacement lug bolt. NOT to be used without wheel spacers. The correct length will depend on your OEM bolt's length and the spacer's thickness. See Diagram for Measuring Help. MEASURE BEFORE PURCHASING. Installing bolts that are too short can cause them to fall out while driving. Installing bolts that are too long may damage brake components.
- WARNING: VERIFY VEHICLE LUG BOLT SIZE, SEAT AND THREADS. Check your vehicle's bolt thread size, as various years/models come with different size bolts. These are Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) shaped bolts. Make sure your wheels bolt seat have this seat type. See Diagram for Help. During Installation, ensure that your bolts get 5-8 full turns before tightening.
- [SPECIFICATIONS] Pack of 10 - Black Bolts | Thread Size: 12x1.5 | Seat Type: Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) | Shank Length: 42mm (ie thread length).
- MANUFACTURING: Made with cold forged steel. Machine precision threads ensure the best fit on your vehicle's hub. Zinc coating provides exceptional corrosion/rust resistance and appearance. Additional Heat Treating Process ensures dependable strength, durability, and performance.
- FITMENT: Compatible with BMW 2012 & older 3-Series (E30 E36 E46 E90 E91 E92 E93); 2010 & older 5-Series (E28 E34 E39 E60 E61); 2003 and older 6-Series (E24 E63 E64); 2001 and older 7-Series (E23 E32 E38). Also compatible with BMW 1996-2009 Z3 & Z4 (E52 E85 E89).
- Ideal replacement - this wheel lug bolt is a direct replacement for the original hardware
- Durable construction - made of quality materials for safe, reliable service
- Cost-effective solution - offers original equipment quality at a competitive price
- Quality tested - this part has undergone try-on and material testing to ensure a quality fit and long service life
- Ensure fit - to make sure this part fits your exact vehicle, input your make, model and trim level into the garage tool
- OE Factory Wheel lug Bolt: They may be one of the most important fasteners on your car, as they are used to secure the wheels to the wheel hubs
- Spec:10.9 Grade Stud, Thread Pitch: M12x1.5, Total L: 48.0mm, Thread Length: 23.5mm, Conical Seat, also called Tapered Seat, To ensure proper fitment please enter vehicle's Year, Make and Model in AMAZON's Parts Compatibility tool above
- M12-1.5 Wheel Bolt Compatible with: 36130141574, 36130141576, 36131095390, 36131116717, 36131117190, 36131118949, 36131122158, 36131123585, 36131126014, 36131126191, 36136781150, HWB0030, 610574, 610367
- Features protective Dacromet technology for added corrosion resistance to combat rust, undergone quality testing, including proof lead, salt spray, hardness and thread check testing to meet product standards
- Recommend To use the Hand Wrench to tight Wheel Torque: 140 Nm, also you can following your Automobile Manuals to tight correct Torque, Donot use impact wrench
- IMPORTANT: MEASURE YOUR OEM BOLT SHANK LENGTH prior to purchasing. Vehicles come with a variety of bolt lengths. This 26mm Shank Length bolt will NOT FIT if it is not the same size as your OEM lug bolt. See Diagram for Measuring Help. Installing bolts that are too short can cause them to fall out while driving. Installing bolts that are too long may damage brake components.
- WARNING: VERIFY VEHICLE LUG BOLT SIZE, SEAT AND THREADS. Check your vehicle's bolt thread size, as various years/models come with different size bolts. These are Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) shaped bolts. Make sure your wheels bolt seat have this seat type. See Diagram for Help. During Installation, ensure that your bolts get 5-8 full turns before tightening.
- [SPECIFICATIONS] Pack of 20 Locking Spline Black Lug Bolts | Thread Size: 12x1.5 | Seat Type: Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) | Shank Length: 26mm (This is the thread length) | Includes 6-Point Spline Socket Key.
- MANUFACTURING: Made with cold forged steel. Machine precision threads ensure the best fit on your vehicle's hub. Zinc coating provides exceptional corrosion/rust resistance and appearance. Additional Heat Treating Process ensures dependable strength, durability, and performance.
- FITMENT: Compatible with BMW 2012 & older 3-Series (E30 E36 E46 E90 E91 E92 E93); 2010 & older 5-Series (E28 E34 E39 E60 E61); 2003 and older 6-Series (E24 E63 E64); 2001 and older 7-Series (E23 E32 E38). Also compatible with BMW 1996-2009 Z3 & Z4 (E52 E85 E89).
- Aftermarket Product with Premium Quality
- Warranty: 12 Months
- 100% brand new, direct replacement, easy installation
- Please provide your vehicle YEAR, MAKE & MODEL, and VIN#. We are glad to help you choose the correct part.
- Replacement OEM ( Original Equipment Part) Number: 36136781151, 36136890324, 36136774896
- IMPORTANT: MEASURE YOUR OEM BOLT SHANK LENGTH prior to purchasing. Vehicles come with a variety of bolt lengths. This 26mm Shank Length bolt will NOT FIT if it is not the same size as your OEM lug bolt. See Diagram for Measuring Help. Installing bolts that are too short can cause them to fall out while driving. Installing bolts that are too long may damage brake components.
- WARNING: VERIFY VEHICLE LUG BOLT SIZE, SEAT AND THREADS. Check your vehicle's bolt thread size, as various years/models come with different size bolts. These are Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) shaped bolts. Make sure your wheels bolt seat have this seat type. See Diagram for Help. During Installation, ensure that your bolts get 5-8 full turns before tightening.
- [SPECIFICATIONS] Pack of 20 - Silver Bolts | Thread Size: 12x1.5 | Seat Type: Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) | Shank Length: 26mm (ie thread length).
- MANUFACTURING: Made with cold forged steel. Machine precision threads ensure the best fit on your vehicle's hub. Zinc coating provides exceptional corrosion/rust resistance and appearance. Additional Heat Treating Process ensures dependable strength, durability, and performance.
- FITMENT: Compatible with BMW 2012 & older 3-Series (E30 E36 E46 E90 E91 E92 E93); 2010 & older 5-Series (E28 E34 E39 E60 E61); 2003 and older 6-Series (E24 E63 E64); 2001 and older 7-Series (E23 E32 E38). Also compatible with BMW 1996-2009 Z3 & Z4 (E52 E85 E89).
- Set of 20 Lug Bolts 28mm Long 12x1.5 thread conical seat with 17mm Hex
- Lug Bolts can be commonly Compatible with applications of many European cars
- Chrome plated lug bolts have a long lasting, high luster finish. Every lug bolt is double nickel plated to surpass 48 hour salt spray testing.
- Our lug bolts are forged, not cut from bar stock. Forging allows for better mechanical properties and consistent quality. Our threads are rolled (forged) onto the bolt, not cut like most of our competitors.
- Our Lug Bolts are made of Carbon Steel and Heat Treated to 10.9 grade. Carbon Steel is an alloy known for its very good form-ability, comparatively high strength, and a very good surface finish
- Compatible with BMW Lug Bolts E90 E92 E60 E53 X5 E85 E86
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- Perfect Match for the Original Car.Please verify Fitment or Application
- Replacement OEM ( Original Equipment Part) Number: 36136781150, 36131095390, 36130141574, 36130141576, 36 13 6 781 150, 36 13 1 095 390, 36 13 0 141 574, 36 13 0 141 576. Other Part Number: 610-574
- IMPORTANT: NOT OEM LENGTH. This is an extended length lug bolt, NOT an OEM replacement lug bolt. NOT to be used without wheel spacers. The correct length will depend on your OEM bolt's length and the spacer's thickness. See Diagram for Measuring Help. MEASURE BEFORE PURCHASING. Installing bolts that are too short can cause them to fall out while driving. Installing bolts that are too long may damage brake components.
- WARNING: VERIFY VEHICLE LUG BOLT SIZE, SEAT AND THREADS. Check your vehicle's bolt thread size, as various years/models come with different size bolts. These are Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) shaped bolts. Make sure your wheels bolt seat have this seat type. See Diagram for Help. During Installation, ensure that your bolts get 5-8 full turns before tightening.
- [SPECIFICATIONS] Pack of 20 - Black Bolts | Thread Size: 14x1.25 | Seat Type: Cone Seat (60 Degree Taper) | Shank Length: 33mm (ie thread length).
- MANUFACTURING: Made with cold forged steel. Machine precision threads ensure the best fit on your vehicle's hub. Zinc coating provides exceptional corrosion/rust resistance and appearance. Additional Heat Treating Process ensures dependable strength, durability, and performance.
- FITMENT: Only Compatible with BMW, years 2013 and newer. Compatible with BMW 2014+ 2-Series (F22); 2013+ 3-Series (F30, G20); 2014+ 4-Series; 2012+ 5-Series (F10, G30); 2012+ 6-Series & 7-Series. Also compatible with BMW 2014+ M3, M4; 2012+ M5, M6; 2012+ X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6; 2014+ i3; 2014+ i8. NOTE: Some come with different size/thread lug bolts. IMPORTANT to read Description Section for specific years and models.
- OE Factory Wheel lug Bolt: They may be one of the most important fasteners on your car, as they are used to secure the wheels to the wheel hubs
- Spec:10.9 Grade Stud, Thread Pitch: M14x1.25, Total L: 48.5mm, Thread Length: 25mm, Conical Seat, also called Tapered Seat, To ensure proper fitment please enter vehicle's Year, Make and Model in AMAZON's Parts Compatibility tool above
- M14-1.25 Wheel Bolt Compatible with: 118I, 120I, 220I, 320I, 330I, 335I, 420I, 520I, 528I, 530I etc
- Features protective Dacromet technology for added corrosion resistance to combat rust, undergone quality testing, including proof lead, salt spray, hardness and thread check testing to meet product standards
- Recommend To use the Hand Wrench to tight Wheel Torque: 140 Nm, also you can following your Automobile Manuals to tight correct Torque, Donot use impact wrench
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