BMW is recalling certain 2020 X5 models due to potential steering rack failure causing loss of steering control. Owners must contact BMW for free steering rack replacement.
A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling specific 2020 X5 models where the steering rack could break, leading to loss of steering control and increased crash risk. Affected vehicles need free steering rack replacement to prevent accidents.
The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, causing a sudden loss of steering control. This could lead to a crash if the driver cannot maintain vehicle direction while driving.
Owners of 2020 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, and X7 M50i models are affected. Drivers of these vehicles face the highest risk due to potential loss of steering control.
Check if your vehicle is a 2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, or X7 M50i model. The recall started August 21, 2019, and BMW will notify affected owners.
Reach out to BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free steering rack replacement.
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.
The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control and increased crash risk.
Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange a free steering rack replacement.
The recall began August 21, 2019.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V631000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 19V631000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: 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. 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.
