BMW Z4, X4M, 3 SERIES recall: Steering tie rod can become broken in the ‘kink’ groove area of the rod
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- A steering tie rod with an earlier design configuration can become broken in the �kink� groove area of the rod.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Both of the steering tie rods will be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
A steering tie rod with an earlier design configuration can become broken in the �kink� groove area of the rod.
The fix
Both of the steering tie rods will be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z4 | 27 Sep 2018 | 9 Apr 2019 | 4,542 |
| X4M | 3 Jun 2019 | 3 Jun 2019 | 4,542 |
| 3 SERIES | 22 Oct 2018 | 16 Mar 2019 | 4,542 |
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 10 August 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.