BMW 230I, 330I, X3 and others: Steering

Date

Nov. 16, 2023

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW 230I (2024); BMW 330I (2024); BMW X3 (2024); BMW X4 (2024)

Component

Steering

Description of the defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.

Potentially affected

201

What can happen

A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Owner notification date

Jan. 11, 2024

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

Steering Gear · Steering Gear · 5 A7C 666 02 , 5 A50 129 01, 5 A50 428 01, 5 A50 430 01, 5 A65 AF1 02, 5 A65 AF3 02, 5 A65 AF4 01

Recall number

23V770000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.