Tie rods on aging BMWs should be replaced to avoid failure and to make your alignment guy happy. There is nothing more upsetting for an alignment tech than a seized tie rod.
Worn inner tie rods are a primary culprit behind steering slop, vague on-center feel, and unwanted toe changes under load. This Meyle-Original series component is a direct-fit replacement.
If your BMW’s front end feels loose, or you're fighting steering wheel vibrations under heavy braking, your factory tie rods have likely given up the ghost.