Safety Recall NHTSA · 19E058000 Reported August 28, 2019

Steering rod may detach from wheel knuckle

Zf North America, Inc. · Steering · 614 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19E058000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Zf North America, Inc.
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
614
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 28, 2019
Completion Rate
41.21

Defect Summary

Zf group north america operations (zf) is recalling certain lemförder steering center rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 bmw 5-series (e39) vehicles. the steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.

Safety Consequence

If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Zf has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. zf will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began august 28, 2019.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Zf North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 19E058000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19E058000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19E058000?

NHTSA recall 19E058000 was issued by Zf North America, Inc. on August 28, 2019. It addresses: Steering rod may detach from wheel knuckle. The recall affects approximately 614 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Zf North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19E058000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.