2021 Bmw X6 | 2021 Bmw X5 | 2021 Bmw X7 — Steering: column
Published January 29, 2021 · Recall initiated: January 29, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V031000, published January 29, 2021. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2021 Bmw X6 | 2021 Bmw X5 | 2021 Bmw X7 — Steering: column.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles. The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- X6
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2021 BMW X6 | 2021 BMW X5 | 2021 BMW X7
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Bmw X6 | 2021 Bmw X5 | 2021 Bmw X7 — Steering: column recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V031000 on January 29, 2021. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles. The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: X6.