BMW of North America, LLC: Incorrectly Attached Steering Spindle (26V524000)
BMW of North America, LLC: Incorrectly Attached Steering Spindle (26V524000). Its units affected of 13 is below the median of 533 (10th percentile). Dated 85 days ago, it serves as a historical benchmark. Score 35/100. As of 2026-11-04, from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov.
Data as of · Compiled by Zalwin from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
units affected: 13 · 10th percentile of 875 NhtsaRecallPulse records · 0.0x the median
Free preview: all 11 published fields of this record are shown below. Locked: 499 related NhtsaRecallPulse records and the 5-column CSV export.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Subject | Incorrectly Attached Steering Spindle |
| NHTSA ID | 26V524000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | STEERING |
| Units potentially affected | 13 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column. |
| Consequence | An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026. |
| units affected percentile | 10th of 875 (median 533, 0.0x median) |
| Peer records CSV (500 records) | 🔒 Click to unlock → |
| CRM-ready export with official source URLs | 🔒 Click to unlock → |
Watch BMW of North America, LLC
Free email alert. Alert me when this company gets a new filing, lien, permit, contract or expiry in this feed. One confirmation email; unsubscribe any time.
Free for 1 company. More companies from $9/mo (25), $49/mo (500 + CSV), $199/mo (500 + CSV + API). Cancel any time from the link in every email.
Free first: a 10-record sample of records
See the real columns before you buy. One confirmation email, nothing else unless you opt in.
Unlock BMW of North America + 500 peer records (CSV)
Instant CSV download · Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Link via Stripe · No account required
CSV columns: Manufacturer · Subject · Component · Units · Received · official source URL
- Source agency: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
- Record date: 2026-08-12
- Data refreshed: 2026-11-04
- Refunds on request within 14 days
Top NhtsaRecallPulse records (Vehicle first): Ford Motor Company · Ford Motor Company · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Browse all by state and category →
LIVE PUBLIC DATA Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov · Last refreshed: Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:12:01 GMT
Is this your business? Add a "Listed on Zalwin" badge to your site
Paste this snippet into your website. It links to this public record; nothing is tracked on your site.
Peer benchmark and outreach value: BMW of North America, LLC and 786 Vehicle peers
- Vehicle NhtsaRecallPulse records like this one: 786
- BMW of North America, LLC's units affected: 10th percentile of 875 records
- Timing: Low: older than 30 days
- Estimated pipeline if you contact every Vehicle peer: $157,200 (peers × rate × deal size; an estimate from your assumptions, not a forecast)
35 / 100 Recall Urgency Score
- Safety-critical component (steering).
- 13 units affected.
What is the NhtsaRecallPulse record for BMW of North America, LLC?
BMW of North America, LLC recall 26V524000: Incorrectly Attached Steering Spindle, 13 units.
How does BMW of North America, LLC compare to other NhtsaRecallPulse records?
Its units affected of 13 is below the median (10th percentile); smaller records often move faster and face less competition. It is 85 days old; check the official source for later updates before acting. Its Recall Urgency Score of 35/100 is modest; treat it as background rather than a priority.
BMW of North America, LLC vs. top 3 peers
| Organization | Location | Amount | Percentile | Record date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW of North America, LLC | Vehicle | 13 | 10th | 2026-08-12 |
| Forest River Bus, LLC | Vehicle | 490 | 49th | 2026-10-23 |
| Roush Performance Products, Inc. | Vehicle | 1,217 | 59th | 2026-04-15 |
| General Motors, LLC | Vehicle | 12,715 | 78th | 2026-10-29 |
Related records
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Park Outside: Power Steering Wiring May Catch Fire
- Roush Performance Products, Inc.: Do Not Drive: Loss of Steering Control from Loose or Missing Fasteners
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Loss of Power Steering Assist
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.: Loss of Steering Control from Bolt Failure
- General Motors, LLC: Improperly Tightened Steering Gear Assembly Nut
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.): Handlebar Lock Screw May Detach and Interfere with Steering
- General Motors, LLC: Improperly Tightened Steering Gear Assembly Nut
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.): Loose Handlebar Lock Screw May Detach and Interfere with Steering
- BMW of North America, LLC: Unintended Steering Wheel Movement
- Forest River Bus, LLC: Steering Caster Bushing Bolt May Be Improperly Tightened
- KTM North America, Inc.: Loss of Steering Control
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Loss of Power Steering Assist
Vehicle safety recalls: steering BMW of North America, LLC safety recalls
How to monitor BMW of North America, LLC and peer steering records
Get new NhtsaRecallPulse records like BMW of North America, LLC by email (free, weekly)
We email one confirmation link now; the weekly digest starts only after you confirm. One-click unsubscribe in every email.
Double opt-in: nothing is sent until you click the confirmation link. One-click unsubscribe.
Get new recalls for the vehicles you service
NhtsaRecallPulse emails new recalls matching your components and urgency.
✓ Read-only, live public data · Key and unlock right after payment · Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Link via Stripe · Refunds on request within 14 days
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.