Defect Description For Recall
BMW Of North America, Llc (BMW) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2015-2016 M3 Sedan Vehicles Manufactured May 30, 2015, To September 2, 2015, 2016 M4 Coupe Vehicles Manufactured July 3, 2015, To September 11, 2015, And 2015-2016 M4 Convertible Vehicles Manufactured May 29, 2015, To August 4, 2015. The Affected Vehicles Have A Driveshaft With A Slip-Joint That May Not Have Been Filled With Grease. As A Result, The Slip-Joint May Fail Over Time.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
M4
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
15V782000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Effect Of Defect
If The Slip-Joint Fails, There Would Be A Loss Of Power To The Rear Axle And Therefore The Vehicle Would Stop Moving, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Driveshaft, Replacing It As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On January 14, 2016. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Service At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20150529
End Of Manufacture
20150804
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
42
Date Owners Notified
20160114
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20151123