BMW recalls vehicles with steering issue

The steering rack pinion teeth may break

09/19/2019

James Limbach Reporter

BMW of North America is recalling 12 model year 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, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at (800) 525-7417.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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