BMW 2 Series: Possible Loss Of Control
Recall Summary BMW is recalling 180 vehicles from the 2, 3, and 4 Series models because the bolts that secure the rear axle support may not be safe for reuse after removal during repairs. If these original bolts were reinstalled during previous repair work, they could eventually affect the vehicle's handling. BMW will replace the rear axle support bolts on affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW 2 SERIES, BMW 3 SERIES, BMW 4 SEPIES. Units affected: 180
- Reason
- The bolts securing the rear axle support should not be re-used after removal. Affected vehicles may have had the rear axle support refitted after repair work using the original fitted bolts. These may work and though noise and vibration are likely continued use may affect the vehicle's handling. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the rear axle support bolts.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-10-04
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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