NHTSA Recall # | 144301 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V732000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | 330I |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | ENGINE |
Date of notification | 13/12/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 22/11/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 26/09/19 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 15/10/19 |
Report created | 16/10/19 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 217 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2019-2020 330i, 330i xdrive, and 2019 z4 vehicles. The needle roller bearings of the counterbalance shafts may have been improperly installed, potentially causing the counterbalance shaft to loosen. |
Consequence summary | If the counterbalance shaft loosens, severe engine damage could occur, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began december 13, 2019. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |