06-01-2021, 05:28 AM | #1 |
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Let’s discuss steering issues
I watched a YouTube video from a channel called “what’s your forte” and the gentleman describes some serious steering problems. I’ve had my G80 Comp now for 1600 miles. I do you use lane assist once in a while because it’s helpful in certain situations but for the most part I don’t like using it and it’s off. As you all know lane assist only works when you have it turned on and the cruise control is engaged. On this last long trip from Tampa to Atlanta yesterday I did use lane assist for 20 straight minutes and after I noticed the steering acting weird at freeway speeds. Nothing like the guy in his video complained about definitely something noticeable. The feeling like there’s a rolling weight at 6 o’clock position on the steering wheel going back and forth as you move the wheel. So every time turn the wheel slightly to the left or the right like you do when switching lanes or even adjusting in your lane I get the feeling of feedback once I stop moving the wheel. It definitely wasn’t like that prior to yesterday’s trip unless this guys video got to my head and I’m imagining something that’s not there. Anyone else having issues like this? In his video he says he personally knows 15 others with the same problem he has.
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06-01-2021, 07:52 AM | #2 |
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I wouldn't describe it the same as you Mr. Patton (General?) but yes, the steering is a bit wonky. It is either getting better or I'm getting used to it, at 600 miles, but it's definitely different.
Of course, in my experience, BMW electric steering racks are different in every single car I've driven, and I've driven a bunch of them. A total lack of consistency. And the one in my M2 had to be replaced at just a few thousand miles, which as you can imagine took a while to convince BMW that it was not right. I always have the lane assist off. I hate that thing. I think there's another thread somewhere about the steering feel on our cars.
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06-01-2021, 08:15 AM | #4 |
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Is this the Lane keep interjecting or something else. The Lane keep is super annoying if you don't indicate but it seems to not get involved when you do indicate. Is this a separate issue? The car just pulling a bit?
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06-01-2021, 10:13 AM | #5 |
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More than likely it's not a "parts" issue but rather a software issue. How the steering responds to your input is all handled by the computer.
Well, that's not 100% accurate, but let's say that all of the assist is computer controlled. And it's the lumpy manner of the assist that distresses us. As more of us receive these cars and more of us give feedback to BMW that we're not pleased with the steering feel, they will likely have some fixes for us.
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06-01-2021, 11:50 AM | #8 |
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Also my steering wheel makes noise when turning around in both directions. It’s hard to describe but it’s like a swirling noise. I suppose that might be normal. But honestly I don’t remember it making that noise in the beginning.
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06-01-2021, 12:41 PM | #10 |
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OK. Thanks man. This whole thing is driving me crazy. There is definitely a lot of noises and sounds coming from this car I’m not used to from my other BMW or any other vehicle I’ve ever owned including several Mercedes. Of course this is my first full time M3 so maybe I have a lot to bet use to.
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I have that too and it started out of nowhere one morning
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My F87 was also painful, working through the issues. Sometimes though you just have to be patient, finding either a tech, manager or regional guy who will listen to you and can understand the issue and work to resolve it. It's easier these days, with the Internet, as we can learn about others with the same or similar issues, share resolutions and sometimes band together to force BMW to pay more attention to us. So, please be patient. Generally, I've found BMW to be a little stubborn sometimes to deal with, but if you keep on pushing, generally things do get resolved.
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So I just received back my report from BMW Corporate regarding my steering.. and guess what.. They found nothing wrong.. which is comical since the quote was "Observed steering wheel not going back to center" followed by working as intended.
I honestly don't know what to do.. but I find it funny that there is quite of few of us popping up.. and BMW is kind of ignoring it. They were quite quick to get out to my local and have field engineer investigate.. but to say that things are working as intended .. well that seems a bit crazy to me.. It completely feels automated to me.. it's not tire or alignment issue..as those usually have a guide to them that is not the same based on crown of the road etc. This does it the exact same way every time. Again, all nannies are off. Click the wheel and just feel the car pull in that direction .. heck you can let it run right into a guard rail .. |
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I even said what if I am driving on the highway and sneeze. I tap the wheel and then sneeze again in the left lane.. will you guys admit it if it runs into a wall. It's definitely not a "normal" thing to just have the car guiding itself across the road and needing to pull it back in.. I am sure glad it's happening to more people.. so I don't feel crazy. |
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06-14-2021, 04:44 PM | #20 |
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OK so I got tired of the steering and brought it in. The service manager from my dealership agreed that there was a problem due to the noise it was making and it just was acting funky. They kept the car and were online troubleshooting with BMW engineers first thing this morning. The engineers had them do a bunch of troubleshooting and they condemned the entire steering column. I have to wait 3 to 4 weeks to get a new one from Germany. Meanwhile they deemed it safe to drive so I can at least pick my car up. I knew there was something wrong. The steering steadily got worse from the day I picked up the car. I’ll keep everyone updated. Apparently I’m not the only one with this problem.
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Thanks for creating this thread for the G8X community. I don't even have my car yet, but I'm watching this thread closely. Sucks that BMW flubbed on the steering racks in some of these 1st year models.
good luck, Patton and Forte. You've certainly given me something to be aware of when I finally get my car. |
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