BMW X7 2020: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V631000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X7 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-08-21 | 2019-08-28 | 2019-08-29 |
Production Dates: 2019-08-09 - 2019-08-16
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 12
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.
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.
