BMW recall: The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with the required spherical washer
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer
The fix
Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Convertible | 20 Mar 2019 | 21 Mar 2019 | 19 |
| 2 SERIES | 21 Mar 2019 | 21 Mar 2019 | 19 |
| Mini Countryman | 29 Mar 2019 | 8 Apr 2019 | 19 |
| X1 | 2 Apr 2019 | 2 Apr 2019 | 19 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 April 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.