BMW X7 2021: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V031000

Make Model Year
BMW X7 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-03-30 2021-01-29 2021-01-29

Production Dates: 2020-07-28 - 2020-08-03

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 21

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles. The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.

Consequence

A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may 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.