Insufficient coating on rear brake caliper pistons
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2018-2019 bmw x3 sdrive30i, x3 xdrive30i, x3 m40i and certain 2019 x4 xdrive30i and x4 m40i vehicles. the rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Safety Consequence
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit, free of charge. the recall began august 31, 2018. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 18V453000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V453000?
NHTSA recall 18V453000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 6, 2018. It addresses: Insufficient coating on rear brake caliper pistons. The recall affects approximately 5,594 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V453000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.