recall 23V-770 Steering Gear – 2024 BMW X3 / X4 / 2 Series / 3 Series

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Subject: BMW Recall 23V-XXX: Steering Gear
Date: Friday, November 10, 2023 12:14:21 PM
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November 24, 2023
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Subject: BMW Recall 23V-XXX: Steering Gear
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective November 10, 2023) on certain Model
Year 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between August 17, 2023, and October 17, 2023.
The steering gear may not have been produced according to specifications by the supplier,
potentially resulting in improperly installed screws.
The Recall Notice and Q&A have been attached for further information.
The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
Sincerely,
Technical Service
Attachments: B320423[1699636213340].pdf
B320423 Recall Notice[1699636213340].pdf
B320423 23V-xyz-Steering Gear-FAQ-(10Nov2023)[1699636213340].pdf
B320423[1699636213340].pdf
B320423 Recall Notice[1699636213340].pdf
B320423 23V-xyz-Steering Gear-FAQ-(10Nov2023)[1699636213340].pdf
Recipients: BMW Passenger Cars, All Offering, All Region, All Areas, All Departments, All Personnel
BMW SAV (Light Trucks), All Offering, All Region, All Areas, All Departments, All Personnel
BMW Passenger Cars, CC-All
BMW SAV (Light Trucks) CC-All
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RECALL 23V-XXX: STEERING GEAR
2023-11-10
MODEL
E-Series Model Description Production Date
G01 X3 Sports Activity Vehicle August 17, 2023 – September 27, 2023
G02 X4 Sports Activity Coupe August 17, 2023 – September 27, 2023
G20 3 Series Sedan September 20, 2023 – October 17, 2023
G42 2 Series Coupe October 5, 2023
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Vehicles which require this campaign to be completed will show it as “Open” when checked either in AIR,
AWP, Campaign Summary or Warranty Vehicle Inquiry.
Please make sure you check your dealer inventory as soon as possible. As of November 11, 2023, you can
see a list of affected vehicles in Inventory Campaign Details (ICD) under ROSS.
SITUATION
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective November 10, 2023) on certain Model Year 2024
BMW vehicles that were produced between August 17, 2023, and October 17, 2023.
The steering gear may not have been produced according to specifications by the supplier, potentially
resulting in improperly installed screws.
The Recall Notice and Q&A have been attached for further information.
The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
Supporting Materials
picture_as_pdf B320423 23V-xyz-Steering Gear-FAQ-(10Nov2023).pdf
picture_as_pdf B320423 Recall Notice.pdf
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Copyright ©2023 BMW of North America, Inc.
Attachment to B32 04 23 November 2023
SAFETY RECALL NOTICE
To: All Center Operators, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers and Warranty
Processors
RE: Recall 23V-xxx: Steering Gear – B32 04 23
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective November 10, 2023) on certain
Model Year 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between August 17, 2023, and October 17,
2023
Please be reminded that it is a violation of federal law (The Safety Act) for you to sell,
lease or deliver any new motor vehicle covered by this notification until the recall repair
has been performed. This means that Centers may not legally deliver new motor
vehicles to consumers until they are fixed or use/sell replacement equipment/parts
subject to this recall. Note also that substantial civil penalties apply to violations of the
Safety Act.
Also, you should not sell, lease or deliver any Certified Pre-Owned or used vehicles
subject to a safety recall until the repair is completed.
Please follow any special instructions that we provide to you for the return or disposition
of recall parts.
We appreciate all your assistance with this Recall.
Attachment to B32 04 23 November 2023
Safety Recall
23V-xyz
Steering Gear
Model Year 2024
BMW X3 / X4 / 2 Series / 3 Series
Issue Date: 11/10/2023
Q1. Which BMW Group models in the US are potentially affected by this Safety Recall?
Certain Model Year 2024 BMW 2 Series, 3 Series, X3, and X4 models in the US are potentially
affected.
Q2. What is the specific issue?
The steering gear may not have been produced according to specifications by the supplier,
potentially resulting in improperly installed screws.
Q3. Why are other models / vehicles not included in this Safety Recall?
Other models have a steering gear that was produced to specifications by the supplier.
Q4. Can I continue to drive my vehicle?
Yes. However, when you are notified by BMW of this Safety Recall, please contact an
authorized BMW center to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. For the latest updates
to this Safety Recall, please visit bmwusa.com/recall. If you are not the only driver of this
vehicle, please advise all other drivers of this important information.
Q5. How did BMW Group become aware of the issue?
BMW Group became aware of the issue through its quality control procedures.
Q6. How will I be informed of this Safety Recall?
Owners of potentially affected vehicles will be notified via First Class mail and requested to
schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW center to have the remedy performed.
Owners can locate their nearest authorized BMW center at bmwusa.com/dealer.
To ensure BMW has the most up-to-date contact and vehicle information, owners should
register their vehicle at bmwusa.com/myBMW. Registration is free and will give them access
to other information specific for their BMW vehicle. Alternatively, owners can visit
bmwusa.com/recall and click on “Manage recall notices and contact information”.
Q7. How will my vehicle be remedied?
Potentially affected vehicles will have the steering gear replaced.
Q8. Do I have to wait for BMW to contact me to have the remedy performed?
Yes. We are in the process of implementing this Safety Recall to ensure that the necessary parts,
tools, and procedures are available. For the latest updates to this recall, please visit
bmwusa.com/recall .

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-770
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Submission Date : NOV 16, 2023
NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-770
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Address : P.O. Box 1227
Westwood NJ 07675-1227
Company phone : 18005257417
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 201
Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2024-2024 BMW 2 Series Coupe (230i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 1 vehicle was manufactured in which the steering gear may not have
been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicle manufacturing information and supplier production records were reviewed
to determine the number and production date range of potentially affected vehicles.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
The steering gear may not have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Production Dates : OCT 05, 2023 – OCT 05, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-770 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 2 : 2024-2024 BMW 330i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 16 vehicles were manufactured in which the steering gear may not
have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicle manufacturing information and supplier production records were reviewed
to determine the number and production date range of potentially affected vehicles.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
The steering gear may not have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Production Dates : SEP 20, 2023 – OCT 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 3 : 2024-2024 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 146 vehicles were manufactured in which the steering gear may not
have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicle manufacturing information and supplier production records were reviewed
to determine the number and production date range of potentially affected vehicles.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
The steering gear may not have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Production Dates : AUG 17, 2023 – SEP 27, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-770 Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 4 : 2024-2024 BMW X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 38 vehicles were manufactured in which the steering gear may not
have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicle manufacturing information and supplier production records were reviewed
to determine the number and production date range of potentially affected vehicles.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
The steering gear may not have been produced to specifications by the supplier.
Production Dates : AUG 17, 2023 – SEP 27, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : The steering gear may not have been produced to specifications by the
supplier. Specifically, one or more of the bolts connecting the servo unit to the
housing rack may not have been fastened according to specifications. As a
result, one or more of the bolts could loosen, which could affect the connection
between the servo unit and the housing rack.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If the connection between the servo unit and the housing rack became loose,
this could affect vehicle handling and control, which could increase the risk of
a crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
The driver may notice this condition via unusual noise and/or vibration.
Involved Components :
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-770 Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Component Name 1 : Steering Gear
Component Description : Steering Gear
Component Part Number : 5 A7C 666 02 , 5 A50 129 01, 5 A50 428 01, 5 A50 430 01, 5 A65 AF1 02, 5 A65
AF3 02, 5 A65 AF4 01
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : JTEKT Automotive
Address : 7 Research Dr.
Greenville 29607
Country : NR
Chronology :
On October 17, 2023, during a road test of a Model Year 2024 BMW 330i Sedan at a vehicle assembly plant,
unusual noise was noticed. It was initially suggested that the noise might be emanating from the area of the
steering gear. An engineering review was initiated.
An examination of the vehicle indicated that the bolts connecting the servo unit to the housing rack of the
steering gear were not seated properly. The steering gear supplier was contacted, and a containment action
was implemented. A stop ship was issued at the vehicle assembly plant.
A review of supplier production and process records identified a change in the process joining the servo unit to
the housing rack. Further reviews indicated that this change could lead to an improper connection between
the servo unit and the housing rack, whereby suspect steering gears may not have been produced to
specifications.
The engineering review suggested that, over time, if bolts became loose, this could affect functionality of the
steering gear, and therefore potentially affect vehicle handling and control.
Vehicle assembly information and supplier production and process records were reviewed to determine the
number, and production dates, of potentially affected vehicles.
On November 9, 2023, BMW decided to conduct a voluntary safety recall.
BMW has not received any reports, nor is BMW otherwise aware, of any accidents or injuries related to this
issue.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-770 Page 5
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The steering gear will be replaced.
Owners will be notified by First Class mail advising them of the recall and
to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW dealer to have the
remedy performed for free. If this condition were to occur to a potentially
affected vehicle prior to this recall, the remedy would be covered by the
BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty program. Therefore, reimbursement
for a pre-notification remedy re Part 573.13 and Part 577.11 is not
necessary.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
Recall component: Steering Gear– part number: 5 A7C 666 02 , 5 A50
129 01, 5 A50 428 01, 5 A50 430 01, 5 A65 AF1 02, 5 A65 AF3 02, 5 A65
AF4 01, 5 A65 AF5 02, 5 A65 AF6 02
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
NR
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer notification is expected to begin and end on November 16, 2023.
Owner notification is expected to begin and end on January 08, 2024.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NOV 16, 2023 – NOV 16, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : JAN 08, 2024 – JAN 08, 2024
* NR – Not Reported

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