NHTSA Recall 19V678000: Suspension: front and steering
Do not drive BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 368 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X3.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V678000 |
|---|---|
| Components | SUSPENSION › FRONT; STEERING |
| Report received | September 25, 2019 |
| Owner notification | September 19, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles, X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing them to break.
Safety risk
Broken swivel bearings can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW has notified owners and instructed them to not drive their vehicles. Dealers will replace the front axle swivel bearings, free of charge. 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 19V678000
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.