BMW 7 Series: Front Brake Efficiency May Be Reduced

BMW is recalling 37 units of the 7 Series due to improperly crimped connection sleeves on engine oil cooler pipes that may come loose and leak oil onto the front brake discs, potentially reducing braking efficiency. The manufacturer will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the pipes if necessary. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm

BMW

Product

Vehicles: BMW 7 SERIES. Units affected: 37

Reason

The connection sleeves of the engine oil cooler pipes (feed and return) may not have been crimped correctly. This may result in the connection sleeves becoming loose and engine oil suddenly escaping. If the oil gets to the front brake discs the efficiency could be adverely affected. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the connection sleeves for the engine oil cooler pipes. Where necessary replace the pipes.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-05-22

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/da1e5a8c-3912-4351-8dfa-0c7578523bd4