NHTSA recall 23V707000
Engine And Engine Cooling · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (vanos) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
Why it matters: Loose or broken vanos unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the four vanos bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2010 BMW 3 Series
- 2010 BMW 5 Series
- 2010 BMW X3
- 2010 BMW X5
- 2010 BMW Z4
- 2011 BMW 3 Series
- 2011 BMW 5 Series
- 2011 BMW X3
- 2011 BMW X5
- 2011 BMW Z4
- 2012 BMW 3 Series
All model years NHTSA lists
2010 Bmw 1 Series, 2011 Bmw 1 Series, 2012 Bmw 1 Series, 2010 Bmw 3 Series, 2011 Bmw 3 Series, 2012 Bmw 3 Series, 2010 Bmw 5 Series, 2011 Bmw 5 Series, 2010 Bmw X3, 2011 Bmw X3, 2010 Bmw X5, 2011 Bmw X5, 2010 Bmw Z4, 2011 Bmw Z4.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 23V707000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.