Recall 19V-631: Replace Steering Gear – 2020 BMW X5 & X7

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i

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August 28, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V631000

Steering Rack May Fail

A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V631

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components STEERING

Potential Number of Units Affected 12

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i and X7 M50i vehicles. The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.safercar.gov.

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