SteeringRecall 20V-434 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 20V-434 covers 7 BMW vehicles for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on July 28, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V434000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles and 2020 X6M vehicles. The steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosen.
The risk
A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column shaft bearing plate and properly attach or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. BMW telephoned owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied. No owner notification letter is necessary. Please 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.