NHTSA Recall 08V595000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V595000; Date: Nov. 14, 2008
In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it is possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 BMW M3; 2009 BMW M3
Component: Power Train:clutch Assembly
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 2,500
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling 2,500 my 2008-2009 m3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission. The problem involves the double clutch gearbox. In a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may perform a multistage downshift.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Recall Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 3, 2008
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