NHTSA recall 19V-631 (19V631000)
steering recall reported August 28, 2019 - about 12 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V631000
- Also written as
- 19V-631
- Reported
- August 28, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~12
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-631 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.