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2016 BMW X1 and MINI Cooper Convertible recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on December 30, 2015. It covers about 2 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2
reported
Dec 30, 2015
owners notified
Dec 28, 2015
related complaints
4

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts.
Risk
A gearbox malfunction may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 15V887000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about steering problems.

Questions about recall 15V887000

Is there a recall on the 2016 BMW X1 and MINI Cooper Convertible gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 15V887000, reported on December 30, 2015, covers about 2 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V887000?

BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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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