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SIB 32 01 26: Steering squeak
Steering squeak on BMW G45 models (2025); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 11027764 · Jan 2026 · also written SI B32 01 26, B320126
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.
When turning left, a “creaking” noise may be heard from the EPS when near the steering wheel end stop.The noise occurs at speeds less than 10 mph.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 32 01 26 Also written: SI B32 01 26, B320126, 32 01 26, SIB-32-01-26, SI B320126 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 11027764 |
| Document IDs filed | B320126 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| 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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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.