2011 BMW X3 get recalled for sensor issues.New last week of 2011 BMW X5 diesel was called to failure because of potential steering belt tensioner is broken. This week, the 2011 X3 join the steering-linked party to remember, but to a damaged rudder position sensor. The result, however, will be the same: a sudden loss of power steering assist.
In contrast to mechanical problems with the diesel X5, however, the X3 is an electronic problem - the steering wheel position sensor in the electric power steering (EPS) module is one-calibrated due to supplier error, which can generate an error code which disables the EPS system. As a result, EPS can fail, however, after restarting the cycle, return to function and fail again. Without power steering assist, the vehicle can be difficult to control, potentially resulting in an accident.
Vehicles affected include all X3s manufactured between April 27 and June 8, 2011.
The fix is as simple as the problem: BMW will replace the EPS system for free at dealerships beginning this month. Affected owners will be notified at the end of the month, but if you think you may have an affected vehicle and have not received notification, you can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or NHTSA at 1-888-327 -4236 refers 11V341000 campaign ID number....
