2016-2017 BMW M3 and BMW M4 recall: driveshaft
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 11, 2018. It covers about 2,661 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,661
- reported
- Oct 11, 2018
- owners notified
- Apr 9, 2019
- related complaints
- 12
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
- Risk
- A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 18V713000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 18V713000
Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 BMW M3 and BMW M4 driveshaft?
Yes. Recall 18V713000, reported on October 11, 2018, covers about 2,661 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V713000?
BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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