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Used steering racks vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
No – the E71 (first generation, 2008–2014) and the F16 (second generation, 2014–2019) are completely different platforms, so the steering racks are not interchangeable. Always quote your registration to the breaker so they can match the correct generation.
A 2012 X6 is an E71 (first generation, 2008–2014) and a 2015 X6 is an F16 (second generation, 2014–2019), so these are different generations and the racks will not cross over. Stick to sourcing a rack from the same generation as your car.
Yes, it can – larger-engined X6 variants (for example the xDrive50i or M50d) can use different power-assisted steering setups to account for additional weight and power, so a rack from a smaller-engined model may not be a direct match. Always give the breaker your full registration and engine code so they can confirm the correct unit for your car.
The E71 received a facelift in 2012, and while the fundamental platform is the same, whether steering rack components interchange across that facelift point is something you should confirm with the breaker against your specific registration rather than assume. Providing your VIN or plate gives the breaker the best chance of finding an accurate match.
Potentially yes – differing engine outputs and weights across the X6 range can result in different steering rack specifications even within the same generation, so a like-for-like engine-size match is the safer approach. Confirm with the breaker that the donor vehicle's engine size matches yours before buying.
Trim level alone does not determine the steering rack specification, so an M Sport badge versus an SE badge is not itself a fitment concern. What does matter is the generation and engine size, so focus on matching those rather than trim; just be aware that minor ancillary differences between donor and recipient cars are possible, and the breaker can advise on anything to watch for.