Recall
BMW X1 — 15V887000
NHTSA ID
15V887000
Make
BMW
Model
X1
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2015-12-30
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Units Affected
2
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.
Consequence
A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.