Recall number R/2000/135

Recall reference

R/2000/135

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2001-02-26

Reason for concern

LOWER STEERING SHAFT MAY FAIL

Reason for recall

Due to the long term effects of corrosion the above vehicles are being recalled. The corrosion is an age related problem and this recall action will target the oldest cars first in groups of 15000 to 20000. It is believed that as long as the vehicle has a current MOT and is serviced correctly any possible corrosion problems with the shaft will be highlighted as a matter of course. If customers are concerned they can visit any BMW dealer to have the shaft checked.

Remedy

DEFECT (cont.) If the component is safe the car will not be repaired at this stage but will be recalled at a later date as originally planned. REMEDY Recall affected vehicles and fit modified lower steering shaft.

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local BMW dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official BMW service.

Number of affected BMW cars

285722