BMW X1 2016: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V887000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X1 | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2015-12-28 | 2015-12-30 | 2015-12-30 |
Production Dates: 2015-10-19 - 2015-10-19
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle "SAV" manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.
A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. 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.
