BMW X5 ( 01/10/2013 – 31/03/2014) DEFECT: It is possible that vehicles fitted with Automatic Soft-Closure Feature (SCA) rear doors may have an issue with out of tolerance on the SCA mechanism which can result in the deactivation of the child locks when they are activated. This could result in a child unintentionally opening the door and exiting the vehicle. The driver is informed that the rear door is open by a warning on the instrument panel and an acoustic (noise) warning.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check the locks and replace them if required.
| Recall Launch Date | 09/05/2014 |
| Recall No. | R/2014/054 |
| Models Affected | X5 |
| Manufacturer Ref | 0051370300 |
| VIN Start | WBAKS420500G63281 |
| VIN end | WBAKS420600G63984 |
| Build Start | 01/10/2013 |
| Build end | 31/03/2014 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 131 |
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