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BMW X5 Recall 19V631: Steering rack teeth can break, causing loss of steering control

NHTSA campaign 19V631, reported August 28, 2019, 12 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain vehicles have a steering rack whose pinion teeth may break under load. If this happens, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.

BMW will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the steering rack free of charge. Owners who want to contact BMW customer service can call 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to see whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V631BMW of North America, LLC
Component
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
Problem
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.
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.

Affected vehicles

BMW X52020
BMW X72020