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

makesAndModels

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

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V707000
Report Received Date: 2023-10-20T00:00:00
Subject: Camshaft timing bolts may loosen causing stall
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 157,796

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.
Consequence Summary: Loose or broken vanos unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 18.26

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SID: row-src3-yu5k~xj2p
NHTSA ID: 23V707000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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