Automotive recall

Transport Canada Recall - 2011347 - BMW

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Summary

Product
Car recalled by BMW
Issue
Vehicle - Powertrain
What to do

Please see corrective actions section below

Affected products

2011 | BMW | 3 SERIES

Issue

On certain 3-series sedans equipped with xDrive (all-wheel-drive), the front driveshaft attachment bolts may not have received adequate tightening torque during vehicle assembly. Should the fasteners loosen and fall out, the driveshaft would detach from the transfer case and/or the front differential, which could result in additional damage to the driveline, the undercarriage, and any nearby components, while the accompanying noise could startle the driver and cause a crash resulting in property damage and/or personal injury. Due to the xDrive configuration, separation of the front driveshaft would not result in a loss of vehicle propulsion. Correction: Dealers will replace the front driveshaft attachment bolts.

Additional information

Background

Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.

Details
Original published date:
Alert / recall type
Automotive recall
Category
Vehicles - Car
Companies
Published by
Transport Canada
Audience
General public
Identification number
RA-71181
Transport Canada ID
2011347

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