NHTSA Recall # | 148242 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V434000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X5 |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | STEERING |
Date of notification | 23/08/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 17/09/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 17/09/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 28/07/20 |
Report created | 29/07/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 7 |
Defect 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 summary | A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |