Reason for recall: The power steering box housing may not be machined to the correct specification. This could cause an over pressurisation of bellows due to the insecurity of a snap ring and result in a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure. Oil will then be sprayed onto hot engine components and may ignite.
When was it announced?
Jul 18, 2012
What action are BMW taking?
Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the steering box replaced.
Does this affect your X6?
This issue affects X5 Left-hand drive - E70 X6 Left-hand drive - E71, this particular recall is for the X6.