NHTSA recall 08V595000
Power train › Clutch assembly
BMW M3
Reported Nov 14, 20082,500 vehicles affectedBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLCBuilt Nov 28, 2007 – Sep 10, 2008
The defect
BMW IS recalling 2,500 my 2008-2009 M3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission. the problem involves the double clutch gearbox. in a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may perform a multistage downshift.
The risk
In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it IS possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge. the recall began on december 3, 2008. owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.