The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V770000·Announced 2023-11-16

2024 BMW X3 and Related Models: Loose Steering Gear Recall

BMW is recalling certain 2024 BMW X3 and related models due to steering gear that may not have been properly tightened, which can loosen and cause loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a structural steering system defect with potential to cause loss of vehicle control and crash risk. No injuries or property damage have been reported, placing this in the High category per rubric criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2024 BMW models, including the 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The recall affects approximately 201 vehicles.

The steering gear on these vehicles may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow it to loosen over time. A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners of affected vehicles should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a repair appointment. Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 11, 2024.

For additional information, consumers can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
2024 BMW X3
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
  • steering-loose
  • loss-of-control
  • crash-risk
Affected units
201

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • X3
  • 330I
  • 230I
  • X4

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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