The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The lower steering shaft coupling includes a plastic collar which fits over the lower steering rack input shaft. This collar is pushed down onto the steering rack and tightened during assembly. On some of the affected vehicles, the collar May not have been pushed down fully onto the rack at the assembly plant.
The risk
Operation of the vehicle, especially in rough road conditions, can cause the clearance between the collar and the steering rack to increase to the point where the input shaft can separate from the rack, resulting in a loss of steering capability.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering rack input shaft collar for proper positioning, and reposition is necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-010 (00V010000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00VX5SC01 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar |
| Report date | January 18, 2000 |
| Owners notified | February 8, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 190 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-010 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the steering rack input shaft collar for proper positioning, and reposition is necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 190 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.