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NHTSA 11029006: Steering fault codes
Steering fault codes on BMW G45 models (2025); the fix is replacing the affected part.
BMW over-the-air update · NHTSA ID 11029006 · Feb 2026
What it covers
BMW can deliver this update remotely. A BMW center can also install it.
The steering gear, which transmits the rotational movement of the steering wheel to the front wheels, must be replaced. Two sensors record the driver's steering requirements and may be faulty.
Details
| Bulletin number | NHTSA 11029006 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 11029006 |
| Document IDs filed | InVehicle-InApp-Comm |
| Type | Over-the-air update |
| Date | |
| Models | X3 |
| Model years | 2025 |
| Chassis | G45 |
| Engines | B46/B48, B58 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Steering |
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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Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.
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.