Recall 16V-704
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2017 BMW X3: Steering (electric power assist system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-704
- Reported
- October 3, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 103 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
An increase in pin contact resistance can increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.
The fix
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-[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
- BMW X3 2017