NHTSA recall 20V-355 (20V355000)
steering recall reported June 15, 2020 - about 2,779 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V355000
- Also written as
- 20V-355
- Manufacturer number
- Toyota: 20TA09
- Reported
- June 15, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,779
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.
Why it is dangerous
A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-355 when calling a dealer.
Affected 6 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.