NHTSA recall 23V-770: Steering

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported November 16, 2023 · 2 affected model years

Steering recall

23V-770
November 16, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
Safety risk
A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V770000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateNovember 16, 2023
ComponentSteering
Fixed over the airNo

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.nhtsa.gov.

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