Recall
BMW 5 Series — 19E058000
NHTSA ID
19E058000
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Years Affected
2004
Recall Date
2019-08-28
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Units Affected
614
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Lemförder Steering Center Rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 BMW 5-Series (E39) vehicles. The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.
Consequence
If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
ZF has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. ZF will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began August 28, 2019.