NHTSA Recall 12V475000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V475000; Date: Sep. 28, 2012
Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 BMW M5; 2013 BMW M6
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 696
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 m5, m6 coupe, and m6 convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW 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), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 30, 2012
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