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NHTSA 10150107: Steering squeak

Steering squeak on BMW E70/E71/E72 models (2007–2014); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10150107 · Mar 2013

What it covers

A service bulletin tells BMW technicians how to diagnose or fix a known issue. It is not a recall: a repair under a bulletin is normally paid by the owner unless the car is still under warranty or a warranty extension applies.

Squeaking Noises from Steering Wheel While Turning. There is a squeaking noise from the steering column when the steering wheel is turned. The rubber boot on the steering column is not positioned correctly or lacks sufficient grease for the plastic bearing.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberNHTSA 10150107
NHTSA ID10150107
Document IDs filed320210
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX5, X5 M, X6, X6 M
Model years2007–2014
ChassisE70, E71, E72
EnginesM57, N52, N54, N55, N57, N62, N63, S63
Component (NHTSA)Steering
Suspension

Model, year and engine coverage comes from NHTSA's records. Not every car in this range is affected; the official document lists the exact production dates and conditions.

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Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communications (public data). BimmerBench is not affiliated with BMW or NHTSA. The title and description above are our own plain-English summary; the full bulletin is BMW's document, linked above.