NHTSA Recall 01V030000: Arm (steering)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13,791 vehicles. It affects 2001 BMW X5.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V030000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › KNUCKLE › SPINDLE › ARM |
| Report received | February 6, 2001 |
| Owner notification | February 6, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. During assembly of these vehicles, the lower end of the spindle may not have been inserted completely into the coupling. In such a case, the fastening bolt used to secure the connection may not completely engage the spindle within the coupling. During driving, it would be possible for the spindle to disconnect.
Safety risk
This could result in a loss of steering capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the spindle to ensure proper insertion in the coupling, and, if necessary, the spindle will be fully inserted and the fastening bolt replaced. Owner notification began february 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V030000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X5 | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.