2011–2012 BMW 335I, Z4, 335D and more recall: Power train: driveline, constant velocity joint
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V067000
- Reported
- February 2, 2017
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Power train: driveline, constant velocity joint
- Vehicles affected
- About 8,752
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li vehicles. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.
Safety risk
If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 1 Series M (2011, 2012); BMW 135I (2011, 2012); BMW 335D (2011); BMW 335I (2011); BMW 535I (2011); BMW 535I Gran Turismo (2011); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.