BMW 5 SERIES 1997: STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19E058000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 5 SERIES | 1997 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-08-28 | 2019-08-28 | 2019-08-28 |
Production Dates: 1996-02-27 - 1997-01-31
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 614
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
ZF Group North America Operations "ZF" is recalling certain Lemforder Steering Center Rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 BMW 5-Series "E39" vehicles. The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.
If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
ZF has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. ZF will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began August 28, 2019.
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.
