The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie rod may have been assembled incorrectly, which may result in excessive wear of the tie rod end, eventually causing it to break.
The risk
A broken steering tie rod would lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-601 (19V601000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | August 14, 2019 |
| Owners notified | October 11, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 32 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-601 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 32 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.