Is the 2021 BMW X5 safe to drive?

The 2021 BMW X5 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 21V031000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

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What Happened

Your vehicle's steering column shaft may have a loose universal joint connection that wasn't tightened correctly when it was assembled. This part connects to the steering wheel and helps control the direction of your car.

Risk if Unfixed

If it's not fixed, a loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can make your car harder to steer, which increases the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

BMW will contact you and fix the problem for free. They'll check the steering column shaft and either tighten the bolt that holds it in place or replace the whole shaft, universal joint, and bolt if needed.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #21V031000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 21V031000

What This Recall Means

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How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?