2004 Bmw 5 Series | 1998 Bmw 5 Series | 2000 Bmw 5 Series | 2001 Bmw 5 Series | 2003 Bmw 5 Series | 1997 Bmw 5 Series | Lemforder Steering Center Rod | 1999 Bmw 5 Series | 2002 Bmw 5 Series | 1996 Bmw 5 Series — Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting
Published August 28, 2019 · Recall initiated: August 28, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19E058000, published August 28, 2019. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2004 Bmw 5 Series | 1998 Bmw 5 Series | 2000 Bmw 5 Series | 2001 Bmw 5 Series | 2003 Bmw 5 Series | 1997 Bmw 5 Series | Lemforder Steering Center Rod | 1999 Bmw 5 Series | 2002 Bmw 5 Series | 1996 Bmw 5 Series — Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting.
What's the hazard
ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Lemförder Steering Center Rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 BMW 5-Series (E39) vehicles. The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.
What to do
ZF has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. ZF will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began August 28, 2019.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- 5 SERIES
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2004 BMW 5 SERIES | 1998 BMW 5 SERIES | 2000 BMW 5 SERIES | 2001 BMW 5 SERIES | 2003 BMW 5 SERIES | 1997 BMW 5 SERIES | LEMFORDER STEERING CENTER ROD | 1999 BMW 5 SERIES | 2002 BMW 5 SERIES | 1996 BMW 5 SERIES
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2004 Bmw 5 Series | 1998 Bmw 5 Series | 2000 Bmw 5 Series | 2001 Bmw 5 Series | 2003 Bmw 5 Series | 1997 Bmw 5 Series | Lemforder Steering Center Rod | 1999 Bmw 5 Series | 2002 Bmw 5 Series | 1996 Bmw 5 Series — Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19E058000 on August 28, 2019. Reported hazard: ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Lemförder Steering Center Rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 BMW 5-Series (E39) vehicles. The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.
What should I do if I have this product?
ZF has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. ZF will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began August 28, 2019.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: 5 SERIES.