One of the most common symptoms of a BMW steering rack failure is steering that becomes heavy or stiff. Normally, a steering rack transmits power smoothly when in good condition. However, if the rack is severely worn, the meshing clearance between the teeth and the pinion increases, generating greater friction during steering.

Repairing the BMW steering rack is feasible, but multiple factors need to be considered, including the severity of the problem, the damage to the rack, and the cost of the repair. For some minor problems, such as hydraulic oil leakage or minor gear wear, they can usually be solved by repair.