Dangerous steering problems with BMW, Jeep and Peugeot (week 48/24)

04/12/2024

This week’s recalls:
– BMW, Jeep, Peugeot – steering system
– Porsche – central wheel nut
– Audi – emissions

Overview of the recalls in the 48th week of 2024

Seven recalls for 16 models of seven manufacturers were issued via EU Safety Gate in week 48 of 2024. Nine recalls for 21 models of eight manufacturers were announced via the German Motor Vehicle Authority (KBA).

One recall can be found in the European Safety Gate system for Alpina, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti and Jeep.

Audi, BMW, Ford, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Peugeot and Porsche are recalling via the KBA.

Isn’t that your car? See also the recent recalls of other makes.

Possible steering failures

Almost 22,000 BMW 5 and 7 Series (including electric versions) from the year 2024 may have incorrectly manufactured and treated double universal joints. This may result in an unexpectedly stiff or sticky steering wheel. Also from 2024, 2,204 Jeep Avengers may experience cracks in the steering gear. Thirdly, the Peugeot 208 may have the same defect. This action is part of a wider Stellantis recall involving 7,292 DS3 Crossback, Fiat 600, Opel Corsa, Opel Mokka and Peugeot 208 cars built in April and May 2024, which we reported on in Week 39 of this year.

Central wheel nut on Porsche

Porsche is recalling 12,708 911, GT4, Panamera and Spyder vehicles built between 2023 and 2024. Improper bolting can damage the central wheel nut and cause it to loosen. There have already been 22 such cases, including 9 accidents. No personal injuries have been reported.

Manipulating emissions measurement at Audi

Audi is recalling 147,274 A4, A6, A8 and Q7 vehicles built between 2005 and 2010. This is due to the removal of unauthorised defeat devices or the unauthorised reduction of the efficiency of the emission control system. The engine control unit software will be updated at an authorised workshop.

Details on this week’s Rapex recalls can be found in the table below.

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Rapex Recalls announced in the 48th week of 2024

Make, Model (years)	Problem
Alpina XD3 (2016 – 2024)	Risk of injury to rear seat passengers.
Alfa Romeo Tonale (2023 – 2024)	An impact on the brake pedals can cause the pedal arm and the brake pedal lever to disengage.
Fiat 500X (2023 – 2024)	An impact on the brake pedals can cause the pedal arm and the brake pedal lever to disengage.
Honda Accord (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Honda Civic (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Honda CR-V (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Honda HR-V (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Honda Odyssey (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Honda Passport (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Honda Pilot (2020 – 2021)	The faulty triggering of the airbags creates a risk of injuries for a child occupying the passenger seat.
Hyundai i40 (2010 – 2014)	Impurities in the brake fluid can lead to physical changes in the O-rings.
Infiniti M30 (2009 – 2013)	The propeller shafts have insufficient strength due to insufficient press-fitting length of the universal joints into the tubes.
Infiniti Q50 (2013 – 2022)	The propeller shafts have insufficient strength due to insufficient press-fitting length of the universal joints into the tubes.
Infiniti Q70 (2013 – 2019)	The propeller shafts have insufficient strength due to insufficient press-fitting length of the universal joints into the tubes.
Jeep Compass (2023 – 2024)	An impact on the brake pedals can cause the pedal arm and the brake pedal lever to disengage.
Jeep Renegade (2023 – 2024)	An impact on the brake pedals can cause the pedal arm and the brake pedal lever to disengage.

Where now?

What should an owner do if there's a recall?

Please note that the recall may not apply to all vehicles produced in a given period. If you think your car might be affected, you should immediately contact an dealer or workshop officially authorised to perform repairs on behalf of the manufacturer and ask for the details. You can use our sample request text. After reporting the vehicle's VIN code, you will find out if the defect is present on your car, or if it has already been resolved by the previous owner if the car was purchased second-hand.

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