While looking up the recall for the takata recall, I noticed there was an open recall on my car for the vanos housing bolts, I had not received a notice in the mail even though I had updated my account with bmw at first notice of the tanaka recall. I had my car serviced for the vano housing repair which they removed the valve cover to inspect the bolts and found a broken bolt on the vanos housing and replaced the exhaust, removed and inspected the oil pan to remove the fragments. I paid for an oil change that day. Less than 7300 miles and 2 quarts of oil later I was experiencing an oil leak that was caused by an improperly seated valve cover not seating to the cylinder head. They offered to repair a broken cylinder head bolt for $500 I declined as my mechanic said it didn't make sense and they should repair a bolt if they are already in there. I'd also like to note that the recall listed the repair was to take 4 hours but they had my car 3 days. No loaner was given until the end of the 2nd day. They are now refusing to reimburse me for the valve cover $1000 repair. I noticed online that several dealers replaced the valve cover as a part of this service to avoid this problem, though bert smith bmw st. Petersburg, fl did not. I also have 2 other open recalls on my car that have been listed as a remedy not available since december 2017.
2011 BMW 328I engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. Bmw of devon, pennsylvania was made aware the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17v676000 (electrical system). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw of bayside (247-21 northern blvd, douglaston, ny) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not provided.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called okemos auto collection at (517) 853-2600 (2186 jolly rd, okemos, mi 48864) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact attempted to speak with the manufacturer on several occasions, but was unable to reach anyone. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. While operating the vehicle, a burning plastic odor was present. The vehicle was taken to bmw of mt. Laurel, nj (1220 rt. 73 south, mt laurel, nj). The dealer replaced an engine gasket and later flushed the oil, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 45,000.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over four months ago. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair as the recall notice was received over a year ago. The dealer (bmw of west houston, 20822 katy fwy, katy, tx 77449) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted several times and was unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Niello bmw elk grove (8580 laguna grove dr, elk grove, ca 95757, (916) 687-9000) was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was also notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
I have received the notices regarding this recall, but nobody seems to have the parts yet to fix it? Why? How long does this take to get completed?
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. Braman bmw miami (2060 biscayne blvd, miami, fl) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact was informed that the remedy for the repair would take an additional three months due to testing. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic on january 7, 2018 and january 17, 2017. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 87,000.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair because the dealer stated that they did not have the tools. In addition, the dealer (global imports bmw, 500 interstate n pkwy, atlanta, ga 30339, (800) 294-1853) was unable to verify when the remedy and parts would be supplied from the manufacturer. The contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer was contacted to determine if they could verify when the part would be supplied to the dealer. The contact was not experiencing a failure. The contact was also waiting for the remedy and parts for the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact noticed a burnt area underneath the glove compartment on the passenger side and smoke coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (keeler motor car company, 1111 troy schenectady rd, latham, ny 12110) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available for both the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 and 17v683000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. While driving 70 MPH, the contact noticed white smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle and a burning odor emitted through the vents. Also, the engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and noticed smoke coming from the muffler. The contact resumed driving. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
2 recalls: I have two recalls on my car and bmw does not have a solution or a potential solution or date. They will not suggest a fix or replace anything. The report claims high risk of car setting on fire. This seems like a pretty significant issue.
Pcv valve heater replacement. There is still no remedy for the recall, which was meant to start december 18th. As instructed, I have been parking my car outside (in case it catches fire) since november. I live in rochester, ny and the snowy weather is probably further damaging my vehicle. The timeline to fix the pcv valve heater is unacceptable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A dealer was not contacted about the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to autogermana (calle acuarela 106 carretera 20 km 4.0, guaynabo, pr 00969), but the part for the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The car would run rough and the service engine light came on. The vehicle got progressively worse until it wasn't drivable. I took it to the bmw dealer and they said the bolts on the exhaust vanos unit fell out and it would be $4,000 to repair it. Because the vehicle has a branded title they would not cover it under the extended warranty. Apparently, this is a common problem for this vehicle. 156,000 were recalled and an additional 170,000 were supposed to be covered under an extended warranty. Evidently my vehicle was part of the 170,000 but bmw refuses to honor the warranty. Please help
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (classic bmw, 6800 dallas pkwy, plano, tx 75024) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (braman bmw west palm beach, 2901 okeechobee blvd, west palm beach, fl 33409) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000, 17v683000 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (south bay bmw, 18800 hawthorne blvd, torrance, ca 90504) and was informed that the remedy was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and did not assist. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. While driving, the contact noticed a burning odor and smoke. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer because the recall notice stated that parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Thompson bmw in doylestown, pennsylvania was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Herb chambers bmw of boston (1168 commonwealth ave, brighton, ma) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The federal safety agency recall number 17v683 positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater : this recall involves an engine component known as the positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater. The pcv valve heater may not have been produced to specifications. Over time, it could deteriorate and, in rare cases, could lead to overheating.
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