Issue ID | 875483 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10419321 |
Manufacurer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
Brand | BMW |
Model | Z4 |
Model Year | 2005 |
File date | 10/08/11 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | My 2005 bmw z4 3. 0 roadster has developed a possible issue with the electric steering system. At highway speeds the steering exhibits a notchy feel where there seems to be insufficient power to assist the steering when input is applied to the steering wheel. As yet i have not been able to account for any other mechanical issue for the vehicle which has 43k miles and brand new michelin tires. The new tires didn't correct the issue and the front end components and alignment are in excellent condition. While researching this issue i found that the nhtsa has been investigating this issue for potential recall. My concern is that will lead to complete failure of the system and loss of control of the vehicle which could cause a crash. The smug dealer said that a new steering column would be $3400! Will this be the same defective parts or has the system been upgraded after my 2005 was built? I see the problems are with 03 to 05 z4's. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 43750 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | COEUR D' ALENE, ID |
VIN pattern | 4USBT53525LXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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