BMW 5 Series Saloon: Replace Vanos Bolts N51 N52 N55
BMW is recalling approximately 4,180 vehicles across multiple models due to aluminum bolts on the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) units that can loosen or break over time. If these bolts fail, the engine may enter emergency mode. BMW will replace the eight aluminum bolts on affected vehicles, and will also replace the entire VANOS unit if the bolts show signs of damage.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW 5 SERIES SALOON, BMW 5 SERIES TOURING, BMW X5, BMW 1 SERIES COUPE, BMW X3, BMW X1, BMW 1 SERIES CONVERTIBLE, BMW Z4, BMW 3 SERIES SALOON, BMW 3 SERIES TOURING, BMW 3 SERIES COUPE, BMW 3 SERIES CONVERTIBLE, BMW 7 SERIES SALOON LWB, BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE. Units affected: 4,180
- Reason
- On affected vehicles overtime the aluminium screws can loosen or break on the adjustable variable camshaft timing (VANOS) units potentially resulting in engine emergency mode being activated. Remedy: On affected vehicles the eight aluminium screws will be replaced if evidence of faulty screws is found then the VANOS adjustment unit will also be replaced.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2024-05-01
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/e52e897b-927f-4bf6-92de-b37909534627