The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The nut that secures the axial joint of the left steering tie rod to the steering gear box May have not have been tightened securely. This could lead to loosening of the nut and, initially to steering wheel play and/or misalignment, as well as noise from the steering linkage. If vehicle operation continues, the tie rod could disconnect from the steering gear box.
The risk
If this were to occur, loss of steering control could result.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and re-torque the nut securing the axial joint of the left steering tie rod. If the torque of the nut is found to be loose, the right nut will also be checked and corrected if necessary, and a front wheel alignment will be performed.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-341 (00V341000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting |
| Report date | October 24, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 14, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,643 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-341 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and re-torque the nut securing the axial joint of the left steering tie rod. If the torque of the nut is found to be loose, the right nut will also be checked and corrected if necessary, and a front wheel alignment will be performed.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,643 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.