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2000 BMW 7 Series STEERING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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STEERING Safety Recalls

Critical #10E021000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION

Manufacturer
FCP GROTON, LLC
What Happened
The steering center drag link is a crucial part that helps connect your steering wheel to the front wheels. The one sold by FCP Groton as a replacement part from December 2009 to April 2010 might not be strong enough and could break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the drag link breaks without warning, you'll lose control of your vehicle instantly, which could lead to a serious accident and potential injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty drag link with a new one at no cost to you. The repair will be done as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible, and you should contact the toll-free number 1-877-634-0063 to schedule an appointment. This timing describes the original 2010 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
FCP GROTON IS RECALLING CERTAIN STEERING CENTER DRAG LINKS, P/N 32 21 1 096 057, SOLD FROM DECEMBER 1, 2009 THROUGH APRIL 9, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR MODEL YEAR 1995 THROUGH 2001 BMW 740I, 740IL, AND 750IL PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SHAFT OF THE STEERING CENTER TIE ROD MAY SHEAR OFF.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CONDITION WOULD RESULT, WITHOUT WARNING, IN IMMEDIATE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Original — Remedy
FCP GROTON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE TIE ROD WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JUNE 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FCP GROTON TOLL-FREE AT 1-877-634-0063.
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Other BMW 7 Series 2000 Recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other BMW 7 Series Years

2025
3 recalls
2024
5 recalls
2023
11 recalls
2022
2 recalls
2021
9 recalls
2020
9 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2018
1 recall
2017
1 recall
2016
1 recall
2015
2 recalls
2014
2 recalls
2013
2 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
1 recall
2010
1 recall
2009
1 recall
2008
2 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
3 recalls
2003
2 recalls
2002
2 recalls
2001
4 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2000 BMW 7 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION recall for the 2000 BMW 7 Series? (Campaign #10E021000)

The steering center drag link is a crucial part that helps connect your steering wheel to the front wheels. The one sold by FCP Groton as a replacement part from December 2009 to April 2010 might not be strong enough and could break. If the drag link breaks without warning, you'll lose control of your vehicle instantly, which could lead to a serious accident and potential injury or even death. Your dealer will replace the faulty drag link with a new one at no cost to you. The repair will be done as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible, and you should contact the toll-free number 1-877-634-0063 to schedule an appointment. This timing describes the original 2010 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.