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NHTSA campaign16V704000

Recall 16V704000: Steering

Reported Oct 3, 2016BMW of North America, LLC1 catalog make

Component recorded by NHTSA

Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Campaign summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2017 BMW X3 xDrive 28i vehicle manufactured on June 7, 2016. This vehicle has electronic power steering (EPS), and the contact pins on the EPS control unit may not have been welded properly resulting in increased resistance.

Consequence

An increase in pin contact resistance can increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.

Remedy in the source record

The vehicle was repaired at the dealership before sale. Therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Confirm current remedy eligibility, parts availability, and completion status with NHTSA, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer.

Catalog coverage

Vehicle pages represented here

1 page

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YearMakeModel
2017BMWX3

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