NHTSA recall 21V-031 (21V031000)
steering recall reported January 29, 2021 - about 21 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V031000
- Also written as
- 21V-031
- Reported
- January 29, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~21
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-031 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 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.