NHTSA recall 11V476000
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
BMW 328I and 1 more
Reported Sep 15, 2011190 vehicles affectedBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLCBuilt Feb 8, 2011 – Jul 29, 2011
The defect
BMW IS recalling certain model year 2011 328I xdrive and 335I xdrive vehicles manufactured from february 8, 2011, through july 29, 2011. The front driveshaft attachment bolts may not have been tightened to specification. if the bolts were not tightened to specification, they may become loose.
The risk
If the bolts loosen, it could lead to a loss of power to the front wheels and ultimately a vehicle breakdown, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft attachment bolts free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin during october 2011. owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.