NHTSA Recall # | 179816 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 21V031000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X7 |
Model Year | 2021 |
Component | STEERING:COLUMN |
Date of notification | 19/01/25 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 19/01/25 |
End date of manufacturing | 19/01/25 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 29/01/21 |
Report created | 29/01/21 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 21 |
Defect 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 summary | A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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 is expected to begin march 23, 2021. Owners may 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). |