Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011 1-Series Active E And Model Year 2012 Z4 Vehicles. Variations In Electrical Current May Occur Within The Electric Power Steering Assistance System, Leading To Sudden Loss Of Power Steering Assistance.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
ActiVEE
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
12V302000
Component Description
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
Sudden Loss Of Steering Assistance May Increase The Steering Effort Required To Control The DireCTIon Of A Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Steering Assistance Module, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began During July 2012. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Relations At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20111122
End Of Manufacture
20111215
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
162
Date Owners Notified
20120828
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120628