BMW is recalling 2020 X3 models with a potential steering tie rod fracture risk in high heat or rough conditions, which could cause a crash. Owners must contact BMW or Toyota for free replacement.
A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2020 X3 vehicles due to a risk that steering tie rods could fracture under high temperatures or rough roads, potentially causing a crash. This affects vehicle handling and control, so owners should take action to prevent accidents.
In high temperatures or on rough roads, the steering gear tie rod can become damaged and fracture. This may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing crash risk during driving.
Owners of 2020 BMW X3 models are affected. Drivers in hot weather or on rough roads face the highest risk of a crash due to potential tie rod fractures.
Check if your 2020 BMW X3 has a steering gear tie rod that could fracture under high heat or rough road conditions. The recall covers specific model years and trim levels listed in the official notice.
Reach out to BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 to schedule a free tie rod replacement.
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.
The recall is for 2020 BMW X3 models where steering gear tie rods may fracture in high temperatures or rough road conditions, increasing crash risk.
Check if your 2020 BMW X3 is listed in the official recall notice, which includes specific model years and trim levels.
Contact BMW or Toyota customer service to arrange a free replacement of the steering gear tie rods.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V355000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 20V355000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
