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BMW to recall 36,922 U.S. vehicles over unintended steering while stationary

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BMW will recall 36,922 vehicles in the U.S. after NHTSA flagged a risk of unintended steering-wheel movement while stationary. See what owners should do next.
Michael Powers, Editor

BMW is set to announce a recall of 36,922 vehicles in the United States due to a risk of unintended steering-wheel movement when the car is stationary. The recall information was posted by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), according to SPEEDME.RU.

What makes the issue particularly unsettling is the scenario itself: this is not about behavior at speed, but about something that can occur while the vehicle is at a standstill—precisely when drivers expect maximum predictability. Even if such cases are uncommon, any irregularity in the steering system is treated as a safety concern because it involves a critical control. The numbers aren’t large by industry standards, yet the nature of the fault demands attention.

What should owners do in practice? Wait for the official notice with instructions, then check whether a specific vehicle is covered by the campaign, and have the prescribed repair completed at an authorized dealer. If any unusual steering behavior has already been observed, it’s sensible not to delay a diagnostic check.