BMW X5 2019: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V434000

Make Model Year
BMW X5 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-08-23 2020-07-28 2020-07-29

Production Dates: 2018-10-20 - 2018-12-15

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.