BMW and the NHTSA have recently issued a recall that concerns all 2009 X5 and X6 SUVs, confirming the fact that this is a rather widespread problem.

According to the recall, the issue deals with the rear brake disks which have been potentially manufactured incorrectly. This means that if a vehicle is effected it could have severly reduced rear wheel breaking performance thus leading to increased stopping distance. I’m sure you can guess what kind of problems would arise from this.

BMW hasn’t said what they will do to remedy the problem but just to be safe head to your local BMW dealership to get the problem checked out.

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BMW X5 Edition 10

To commemorate the 10 year anniversary of BMW’s first ever SUV, the X5, the Bavarian firm will be coming out with a special edition version of its second-generation X5. Production will be limited to just 500 units with buyers being able to combine the ‘X5 Edition 10′ as it is officially named, with any of the six-cylinder and V8 engines presently offered in the range.

Some of the features of the X5 Edition 10 will include a unique gray metallic finish, new 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in huskier rubber, special trim and upholstery options, a panoramic sunroof and an array of commemorative tags inside and out. More details are expected to be released closer to the special edition model’s launch date Fall 2009.

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If you thought the Security X5 that BMW showcased last August was cool, check this one out. Recently announced as the BMW X5 Security Plus this car would be sure to make any owner feel safe inside of it.

The Security Plus features thicker bullet proof glass (which can withstand a bullet from an AK47), more armor in its body panels, as well as reinforced joints all around. It also has a modified suspension system, run-flat tires, an intercom system and to top it all off, flashing lights and loud sirens.

Under the hood this thing is packin a 4.8 liter V8 engine outputting 355 horposwer capable of sprinting from 0-62mph in 8.2 seconds and a top speed of 112mph. You’re probably saying 112 with 355hp, right? Well, Autoblog is reporting that this thing has an electronic limiter, bummer.

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German based manufacturer BMW is pushing through with its M-badged BMW series and it looks like BMW lovers are in for a treat. The 2010 BMW X6 M and X5 M feature an all-wheel drive and a V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission as well. Add an optimized chassis/suspension setup and a stronger rear-wheel bias to the all-wheel-drive system for greater agility and the new model seems to be a dream machine to have.

With the force-fed V-8 and active rear differential of its sportier sibling, the X5 M should experience a greater performance improvement over the regular model compared with the X6 M. However, given the X6’s lower center of gravity and more-aggressive demeanor, expect the hatchback-coupe on stilts to be more playful when the road begins to twist and turn.

A vehicle that is surely being awaited for release, the BMW M models are bound to be a good choice for car addicts investing heavily in luxury vehicles. There is no specific date on when the X5 M and X6 M will be released although 2010 seems to be the feasible year to wait for them. They are expected to be valued at $100K once made available in the car market.

Via Car and Driver

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