Component
STEERING
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's steering column shaft bearing plate might not be attached properly, which could affect your vehicle's handling and control.
Risk if Unfixed
If not fixed, a loose bearing plate can increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A BMW representative will contact you to schedule a free repair at your local dealership, where they will inspect and properly attach or replace the bearing plate.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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