BMW recalls 2019-2020 X5 and 2020 X6M models with potential steering column bearing plate looseness. Owners notified via phone; free repair available.
A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5 and 2020 X6M models due to a loose steering column bearing plate that could affect handling and increase crash risk. This issue requires a free inspection and repair by dealers.
A loose steering column shaft bearing plate can cause the vehicle to handle unpredictably. This increases the risk of a crash, especially during maneuvers requiring precise steering control.
Owners of 2019-2020 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, and 2020 X6M vehicles are affected. Drivers of these models are most at risk due to potential handling issues.
Check if your vehicle is a 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, or 2020 X6M. BMW has already contacted all owners by phone and no separate notification letter is needed.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to confirm your vehicle is included in the recall and schedule a free repair.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column shaft bearing plate and properly attach or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. BMW telephoned owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied. No owner notification letter is necessary. Please contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW has already contacted all owners by phone; no separate notification letter is needed.
Yes, if your vehicle is a 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, or 2020 X6M model.
Dealers will inspect and repair the steering column shaft bearing plate at no cost; contact BMW customer service for scheduling.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V434000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 20V434000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column shaft bearing plate and properly attach or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. BMW telephoned owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied. No owner notification letter is necessary. Please 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.
