BMW from North America issued a summons to some BMW X3 2025 models after discovering a possible defect with the rear brake hoses that may lead to a waiver of braking and safety systems. The summons affects 192 vehicles, specifically 2025 x3 x3 xDrive and X3 M50 xdrive, which was produced over two days between February 6 and February 7, 2025, at the BMW Spartanburg factory in South Carolina.
According to the documents submitted to the federal organizers, the facilities affected by the rear brake hoses (Part No. 8832138) are supplied that may not have not been properly on during assembly. The resource for the part works, Hwaseung TR otomotiv, with BMW to solve the problem. The improper receptor can lead to the leakage of the brake liquid, which may lead to the loss of the function of the rear brake, as well as the failure of the anti -standing brake system in the car (ABS) and the control of dynamic stability (DSC).
BMW engineers identified the problem during the routine brake test on February 7, 2025. It was noted a leak in the rear brake circuit, and more analysis confirmed that one of the hoses was separated from its composition. Additional vehicles underwent the test, which revealed similar problems. This led to an immediate vehicle and more internal investigation.
To reduce the risks in the event of a brake liquid, BMW has programmed the affected vehicles to automatically involve the electronic waiting brake on the rear axis. This system is designed to help slow down the car and at the end. In the event of a leak, a warning message will be lit on a set of tools to alert a possible failure driver.
Fortunately, no accidents, injuries, or complaints of customers related to the issue were reported either for BMW or the National Road Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
BMW merchants were informed of the summons on March 12, 2025, and they are ready to replace the wrong rear brake hoses for free. Malcon who are affected will start receiving notification messages by mail starting from May 2, 2025. customers can check if their car is subject to summons by entering the 17 -letter Vin on the official BMW website.
For more information, the concerned owners can contact the BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.