NHTSA Recall 12V302000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V302000; Date: Jun. 28, 2012
Sudden loss of steering assistance may increase the steering effort required to control the direction of a vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 BMW Activee; 2012 BMW Z4
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 162
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 28, 2012
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