Recall
BMW X3 — 16V704000
NHTSA ID
16V704000
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2016-10-03
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Units Affected
103
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
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
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.