NHTSA Recall # | 127972 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V713000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | M3 |
Model Year | 2017 |
Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
Date of notification | 09/04/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 28/06/16 |
End date of manufacturing | 30/09/16 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 11/10/18 |
Report created | 16/10/18 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 2661 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2016-2017 bmw m3 sedans, 2016-2017 bmw m4 and m4 gts coupes and 2017 bmw m4 convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion. |
Consequence summary | A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began april 9, 2019. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |