BMW F45 F46 Steering Rack Electrical Power Box Pinion Gear NF 6874055

The BMW F45/F46 Electric Steering Rack is an original steering system component designed for the 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer models. With integrated electric power steering and a precise rack and pinion design, it ensures stable handling, predictable steering response, and safe vehicle behavior in everyday use. This solution is dedicated to drivers who expect factory fitment and proper integration with the vehicle's electronics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-6874055
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6874055
• Substitutable numbers: 6874055, 32106874055
• Part type: Steering Rack
• Category: Gearboxes, Racks & Pinions

Technical Characteristics and Application

The offered steering rack belongs to the Steering Racks and Housings group and has been specifically designed for BMW vehicles of the F45/F46 family. The electric power steering system relies on the precise interaction of an electric motor, a worm gear, and a rack and pinion, allowing for smooth power assistance adjustment based on driving speed and road conditions. The "rack and pinion" design ensures direct transfer of steering wheel movement to the wheels, resulting in confident handling and good feedback for the driver.

This part comes from a dismantled vehicle, making it a sensible choice for steering system repairs when you want to maintain the vehicle's original specifications while optimizing costs. Original BMW origin ensures proper fitment with the steering column, subframe mounts, and factory wiring harnesses.

Benefits of Using an Original Electric Steering Rack

Choosing a factory electric power steering rack for the BMW F45/F46 offers a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining factory steering system parameters and driving stability,
• proper integration with safety systems (including traction control, stability control),
• compatibility with vehicle control unit software,
• precise fitment with factory mounting points and suspension geometry,
• reduced risk of issues with steering and power steering sensor calibration.

This allows the steering rack to be used for both standard replacement of a damaged component and for comprehensive front-end reconstruction after a collision. Structural consistency with the rest of the BMW steering system simplifies workshop procedures and reduces installation time.

Condition, Installation, and Service Application

The steering rack is offered as a used part, which means the possibility of an economical repair without the need for expensive, unknown-origin aftermarket replacements. This solution is particularly beneficial for workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for owners who want to restore full steering system functionality while staying within a reasonable budget. Installation should be performed by an experienced service center, following manufacturer procedures, including proper calibration of the power steering electronics and wheel alignment.

After correct installation and control unit adaptation, the steering rack provides stable, predictable steering system operation, without excessive play or unwanted vibrations. Proper selection of the steering rack for the specific BMW F45/F46 version minimizes the risk of mechanical and electrical compatibility issues.

Fitment within the BMW Steering Racks and Housings Category

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the steering system area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as other steering racks, housings, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Steering Racks and Housings category.

Support for Further Vehicle Modernization

When working on the steering system, many users also decide to improve interior ergonomics and driving comfort, especially in cars used extensively on long journeys. If you are considering refreshing the cabin by replacing seats with more contoured ones, it's worth reading a guide that describes how branded dismantled seats improve comfort and perceived car value – details can be found in the article Interior Metamorphosis: How Branded Dismantled Seats Enhance Comfort and Car Value.