NHTSA recall 20V-434 (20V434000)
steering recall reported July 28, 2020 - about 7 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V434000
- Also written as
- 20V-434
- Reported
- July 28, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~7
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles and 2020 X6M vehicles. The steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosen.
Why it is dangerous
A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column shaft bearing plate and properly attach or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. BMW telephoned owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied. No owner notification letter is necessary. Please 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 20V-434 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.