Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011 1-Series Activee Passenger Vehicles Manufactured August 17, 2011, Through December 19, 2011. Due To An Insufficient Sealing Of The Drivetrain Housing Assembly There May Be A Lack Of Grease Lubrication On The Gear Shaft That Transfers Power From The Electric Motor To The Transmission.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
ActiVEE
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
13V017000
Component Description
Power Train:Automatic Transmission
Effect Of Defect
Over Time, The ConneCTIon Between The Electric Motor And The Transmission May Wear, Possibly Resulting In A Sudden Loss Of Vehicle Propulsion. This Could Increase The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners By Telephone, And Dealers Will Inspect The Drivetrain ConneCTIon And Update The Sealing System. Any Worn Electric Motor Gearing Will Be Replaced. The Recall Began On April 4, 2013. Owners May Call BMW At 1-800-525-7417 Or Email BMW At Customerrelations@BMWusa.Com.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20110817
End Of Manufacture
20111219
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
360
Date Owners Notified
20130404
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20130117