Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V595000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V595000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 2,500 affected units, DOUBLE CLUTCH GEARBOX, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Bmw is recalling 2,500 my 2008-2009 m3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission. the problem involves the double clutch gearbox. in a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may perform a multistage downshift.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge. the recall began on december 3, 2008. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V595000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-11-14T00:00:00

Subject: Double clutch gearbox

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 2,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Bmw is recalling 2,500 my 2008-2009 m3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission. the problem involves the double clutch gearbox. in a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may perform a multistage downshift.

Consequence Summary: In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it is possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge. the recall began on december 3, 2008. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-t7h8-c77d.iibw

NHTSA ID: 08V595000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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