approximately 5,600 model-year 2018-19 bmw x3 sdrive30i, x3 xdrive30i, and x3 m40i suvs and model-year 2019 x4 xdrive301i and x4 m40i suvs
the problem: the rear brake caliper pistons may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
the fix: dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit for free.
what owners should do: bmw will begin notifying owners aug. 21. owners can call the automaker at 800-525-7417, the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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