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Recall 15V-887

BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2016 BMW X1 and 1 other model: Steering (gear box (other than rack and pinion)).

At a glance

Campaign number
15V-887
Reported
December 30, 2015
Vehicles affected
2 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles