Bmw recall: Power train
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2016 328d xDrive sedans and 2013-2015 328d xDrive station wagon vehicles. The constant-velocity joint which transfers power between the transfer case and the rear drive shaft, may become damaged, possibly resulting in loss of power to the rear wheels.
What could happen
A loss of power to the rear wheels can affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the vehicle is parked after a loss of power to the rear wheels and the parking brake is not engaged, unintended rollaway can occur, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicles covered
- Bmw 328D 2013–2016
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 20V185000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- BMW Of North America, LLC
- Reported to NHTSA
- Mar 26, 2020
- Owners notified
- May 22, 2020
- Vehicles or items affected
- 8,536
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Power train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
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- Bmw recall: Air bags Jul 11, 2024
- Bmw recall: Air bags Apr 24, 2024
- Bmw recall: Fuel system, diesel Nov 19, 2021
- Bmw recall: Fuel system, diesel Jul 29, 2021
- Bmw recall: Engine and engine cooling Oct 25, 2018
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.