Table 1 shows two common steering related problems of the 1997 BMW 318.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering problems |
While driving at 45 mph, suddenly a popping noise occurred in the front end, the steering wheel shuttered because vehicle was equipped with asc plus t (automatic stability control plus traction) and it was trying to gain back control. This resulted in the driver crashing into a tree head on. Driver side tie rod broke which caused this to occur. No injuries were sustained, upon impact, air bag deployed. . The cause of the tie rod breaking was still be investigated.
Steering wheel is locked. It won't budge. You can crank the car. . No problem, but the wheel is locked.