Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #23V707000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V707000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 2010-2012 1 series coupe, 1 series convertible, 3 series sedan, 3 series convertible, 2010-2011 3 series sportswagon, 3 series coupe, 5 series sedan, x3 xdrive 28i, x3 xdrive 30i, x5 xdrive30i, and z4 sdrive30i vehicles Includes 157,796 affected units, Camshaft Timing Bolts May Loosen Causing Stall, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2010-2012 1 series coupe, 1 series convertible, 3 series sedan, 3 series convertible, 2010-2011 3 series sportswagon, 3 series coupe, 5 series sedan, x3 xdrive 28i, x3 xdrive 30i, x5 xdrive30i, and z4 sdrive30i vehicles
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 series coupe, 1 series convertible, 3 series sedan, 3 series convertible, 2010-2011 3 series sportswagon, 3 series coupe, 5 series sedan, x3 xdrive 28i, x3 xdrive 30i, x5 xdrive30i, and z4 sdrive30i vehicles. the aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (vanos) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the four vanos bolts, free of charge. interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed december 18, 2023. owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2024. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.