Recall 16V704000 — STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Defect in 2017-2017 BMW X3
RECALL This recall affects up to 103 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V704000 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 103 |
| Component | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
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