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NHTSA Recall 19V631000: Rack (steering)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X5.

12
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2019
owners notified (August 21)
NHTSA campaign19V631000
ComponentSTEERING › RACK AND PINION › RACK
Report receivedAugust 28, 2019
Owner notificationAugust 21, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i and X7 M50i vehicles. The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.

Safety risk

A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2019. 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 19V631000

Make and modelModel years
BMW X52020
BMW X72020

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.