BMW recalls 250,000 SUV X5 worldwide

The German automaker BMW announced Thursday the recall of 250,000 SUVs X5 around the world, since parts may break and cause a failure of the power steering.

The recall affects models X5 xDrive 35d teams diesel engine built between 2009 and 2012.

The U.S. authorities have explained that attaches to the belt wheel can break, causing a failure of the power steering and increasing the risk of accident.

It is reported yet or injury or accident in connection with this problem.

BMW recalls 29,800 X5 United States and Canada in 5500, according to the authorities of both countries. RECALLED other vehicles are distributed throughout the world.

The problem was identified last year in Canada, and BMW has received 85 reports of dealers or warranty claims on this subject. BMW dealers will replace the room and install in compliance with new rules. They also add a coating to prevent the piece to detach.

The owners concerned will be notified in the coming weeks.