BMW product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 2, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2011–2012 BMW — 10 models

Recall number

17V067000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8,752 units

Why it was recalled

If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li vehicles. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.