NHTSA Recall 16V704000: Electric power assist system (steering)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 103 vehicles. It affects 2017 BMW X3.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V704000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 3, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2017 BMW X3 xDrive 28i vehicle manufactured on June 7, 2016. This vehicle has electronic power steering (EPS), and the contact pins on the EPS control unit may not have been welded properly resulting in increased resistance.
Safety risk
An increase in pin contact resistance can increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.
Remedy
The vehicle was repaired at the dealership before sale. Therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V704000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X3 | 2017 |
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.