Rack and pinion: rackRecall 19V-631 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 19V-631 covers 12 BMW vehicles for a rack and pinion: rack problem, reported to NHTSA on August 28, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V631000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i and X7 M50i vehicles. The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.
The risk
A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.