What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2001039
- Recall date
- 21 February 2001
- Make
- Bmw
- Models
- X5
- Model years
- 2001
- Vehicle class
- SUV
- System
- Steering
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 870
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
On certain vehicles, the lower end of the upper steering spindle may not have been inserted completely into the aluminum u-joint assembly (coupling). In such a case, the fastening bolt used to secure the connection may not completely engage the spindle within the coupling. This would make it possible for the spindle to disconnect from the coupling, resulting in loss of steering capability and a possible crash. Correction: Spindle will be inspected for proper insertion into the coupling. If necessary, the spindle will be fully inserted and the fastening bolt replaced.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2001039.