Recall 12V267000: Steering Gear Replacement

Vehicle Make/Model: Model Year(s):

BMW/X5 2012-2013

BMW/X6 2013

MANUFACTURER: BMW of North America, LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: June 12, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V267000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Steering

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 2,642

SUMMARY:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2012 X5 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and 2013 X5 and X6 vehicles. Due to a machining error of the steering gear surface, power steering fluid may leak.

CONSEQUENCE:
Leaking power steering fluid can spray onto hot exhaust parts, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.

REMEDY:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the steering gear free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during July 2012. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations and Services at 1-800-525-7417.

NOTES:
Customers 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.