Recall 19V-678
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2020 BMW X3 and 1 other model: Suspension (front); Steering.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-678
- Reported
- September 25, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 368 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles, X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing them to break.
The risk
Broken swivel bearings can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW has notified owners and instructed them to not drive their vehicles. Dealers will replace the front axle swivel bearings, free of charge. 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]