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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 11V341📅 Jun 29, 2011

2011 BMW X3 recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 X3 passenger vehicles manufactured from april 27, 2011, through june 8, 2011. A control module in the electric power steering (EPS) unit may malfunction, resulting in a sudden loss of power steering assistance.

💥 The risk

Sudden loss of power steering assistance could increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
11V341000
Manufacturer
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Vehicles affected
51
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-525-7417
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 10, 2011
Built
Apr 27, 2011 – Jun 8, 2011
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 11V341 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 11V341?

2011 BMW X3. 51 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized BMW dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-525-7417.