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BMW recalls 21 X5, X6 and X7 vehicles due to loose steering column shaft

BMW 2021 X6 xDrive40i Car

Emmanuel Akosile | ConsumerConnect

BMW of North America is recalling 21 model year 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i and X7 M50i vehicles.

The automaker disclosed the steering column shaft’s universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose while a vehicle is in motion.

A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash, said BMW.

As regards what to do in correcting the error, BMW will notify affected owners, and dealers will inspect and ─ depending upon the inspection ─ either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications free of charge.

The current recall is expected to begin March 23, 2021, and owners may contact BMW Customer Service on (800) 525-7417.

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