NHTSA Recall 16V653000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V653000; Date: Sep. 9, 2016
Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 BMW M2; 2015 BMW M3; 2016 BMW M3; 2017 BMW M3; 2015 BMW M4; 2016 BMW M4
Component: Structure:frame And Members
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 196
Recall Summary:
BMW north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW m2 coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 m3 sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 m4 coupe and m4 convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. 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), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 3, 2016
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