Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The tie rod assembly in your vehicle is like a flexible rod that helps your steering wheel move in sync with your wheels. In some affected 2018-2019 BMW models, this assembly might have been put together incorrectly, leading to premature wear.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tie rod breaks, you could lose control of your vehicle, which would increase the risk of a serious crash. This could happen while driving, without warning.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace the tie rod and ball joints if necessary, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie rod may have been assembled incorrectly, which may result in excessive wear of the tie rod end, eventually causing it to break.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A broken steering tie rod would lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
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