CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2016 328d xDrive sedans and 2013-2015 328d xDrive station wagon vehicles. The constant-velocity joint which transfers power between the transfer case and the rear drive shaft, may become damaged, possibly resulting in loss of power to the rear wheels.
- Risk
- A loss of power to the rear wheels can affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the vehicle is parked after a loss of power to the rear wheels and the parking brake is not engaged, unintended rollaway can occur, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain BMW 328d xDrive sedans and wagons may have a constant-velocity joint that can become damaged, which can cut power to the rear wheels. Loss of rear-wheel power can affect vehicle control and raise the risk of a crash. If the vehicle is parked after losing rear-wheel power and the parking brake is not engaged, it can roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
BMW will notify owners. Authorized BMW dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if needed, at no cost to you. Always set the parking brake when parking. To check whether your vehicle is affected, enter your VIN on CarRecallWatch.com or the NHTSA recall lookup, and contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 if you have questions.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 328d | 2013201420152016 |
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