2011 BMW X3 recall: electric power assist system
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on June 29, 2011. It covers about 51 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 51
- reported
- Jun 29, 2011
- owners notified
- Aug 10, 2011
- related complaints
- 21
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is 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.
- Risk
- Sudden loss of power steering assistance could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 11V341000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 21 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 11V341000
Is there a recall on the 2011 BMW X3 electric power assist system?
Yes. Recall 11V341000, reported on June 29, 2011, covers about 51 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 11V341000?
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 recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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