NHTSA Recall 20V355000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,779 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the BMW 330I.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V355000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Toyota: 20TA09 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | June 15, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 14, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.
Safety risk
A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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 20V355000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 330I | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW M340I | 2019, 2020 |
| BMW X3 | 2020 |
| BMW X4 | 2020 |
| BMW Z4 | 2019 |
| Toyota Supra | 2020 |
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.