Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 220i (na). The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of steering ability. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the steering column made an abnormal noise. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage and vin were not provided.
Vehicle safety record
2003 BMW 220I Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 BMW 220I with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2003 BMW 220I problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 2003 BMW 220I
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1 complaints about the 2003 BMW 220I
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2003 BMW 220I vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 BMW 220I | 1 | 0 | - | |
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Questions about the 2003 BMW 220I
Does the 2003 BMW 220I have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2003 BMW 220I right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW 220I?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2003 BMW 220I had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 22, 2016 and the latest on July 22, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2003 BMW 220I has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data