NHTSA Recall # | 120571 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 16V653000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | M3 |
Model Year | 2017 |
Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
Date of notification | 03/11/16 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 17/06/14 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/07/16 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 09/09/16 |
Report created | 09/09/16 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 196 |
Defect summary | Bmw north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2016 bmw m2 coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 m3 sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 m4 coupe and m4 convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen. |
Consequence summary | Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on november 3, 2016. 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). |