KNOWN FAULT · BMW

Creak when turning the steering wheel lock to lock, caused by tension in the steering rack (5 Series G60, 7 Series G70 and iX)

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Engine / equipment: BMW 5 Series (G60) and i5, 7 Series (G70) and i7, and iX
Period mentioned: From start of production
Symptoms: A creaking noise when turning the steering wheel from one lock to the other.
Possible cause described: The steering rack is under tension on the front axle carrier. BMW says to replace the steering rack mounting bolts and then check the wheel alignment (bulletin SIB 32 05 26).
Check for the garage: Tell the garage it creaks when turning lock to lock and ask them to apply bulletin SIB 32 05 26 (steering rack bolts) before replacing the rack.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Tell the garage it creaks when turning lock to lock and ask them to apply bulletin SIB 32 05 26 (steering rack bolts) before replacing the rack.

What are the symptoms?

A creaking noise when turning the steering wheel from one lock to the other.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: BMW
Engine / equipment: BMW 5 Series (G60) and i5, 7 Series (G70) and i7, and iX
Period mentioned: From start of production

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