Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's steering gearbox might have a part that was made incorrectly, which could lead to vehicle control problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering gearbox fails, you could lose control of your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
BMW will replace the steering gearbox for free, and if your vehicle is in a dealership, the repair will be done before it's sold to you. If you have any questions, you can call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory
and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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