October 20, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V707000
Camshaft Timing Bolts May Loosen Causing Stall
Loose or broken VANOS housing bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707
Manufacturer BMW
of North America, LLC
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected 155,627
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 12, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Check if your BMW has a Recall
SIB 11 09 23
2023-10-23
RECALL 23V-707: REPLACE VANOS ADJUSTMENT UNIT SCREW CONNECTION
MODEL
| E60 (5 Series Sedan) | E88 (1 Series Convertible) | E93 (3 Series Convertible) |
| E70 (X5 Sports Activity Vehicle) | E89 (Z4) | F10 (5 Series Sedan) |
| E82 (1 Series Coupe) | E90 (3 Series Sedan) | F25 (X3 Sports Activity Vehicle) |
| E83 (X3 Sports Activity Vehicle) | E91 (3 Series Wagon) | |
| E84 (X1 Sports Activity Vehicle) | E92 (3 Series Coupe) |
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Vehicles which require this campaign to be completed will show it as “Open” when checked either in AIR, AWP, Campaign Summary or Warranty Vehicle Inquiry.
Please make sure you check your dealer inventory as soon as possible. As of October 24, 2023, you can see a list of affected vehicles in Inventory Campaign Details (ICD) under ROSS.
SITUATION
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective October 23, 2023) on a certain number of Model Year 2010 – 2013 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 2, 2009, and July 12, 2012. Please note that these vehicles were previously covered by a BMW Extended Warranty program.
The VANOS assembly (engine) bolts may, over time, loosen, and eventually break. If this occurred, a reduced engine power “safe mode” may be activated. In some cases, the engine may not be able to be restarted after switching off and, in rare cases, the engine could stall which could increase the risk of a crash.
The Recall Notice and Q&A have been attached for further information.
The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
Safety Recall 23V-707
VANOS
Model Year 2010-2013
BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series
BMW X1, X3, X5, Z4
(Models with inline 6-cylinder engine) Issue Date: 10/23/2023
Q1. Which BMW Group models in the US are potentially affected by this Safety Recall?
Certain Model Year 2010-2013 BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, X1 SAV, X3 SAV, X5 SAV, and Z4 models in the US are potentially affected. Please note that these vehicles have been previously covered by a BMW Extended Warranty program.
Q2. What is the specific issue?
The VANOS assembly (engine) bolts may, over time, loosen, and eventually break. If this occurred, a reduced engine power “safe mode” may be activated. In some cases, the engine may not be able to be restarted after switching off and, in rare cases, the engine could stall which could increase the risk of a crash.
If your vehicle stalls, or if you notice a rough running engine, or unusual engine noise, which may include illumination of the Check Engine (or Service Engine Soon) warning lamp and/or a warning message in the instrument cluster, your vehicle may be experiencing this issue. If this occurs, you should carefully move away from traffic and pull over to a safe location as soon as possible. Do not continue to drive your vehicle. You should immediately contact the nearest authorized BMW center to arrange for pickup and transportation of your vehicle to the BMW center. If you are not the only driver of this vehicle, please advise all other drivers and passengers of this important information.
Q3. Why are other models / vehicles not included in this Safety Recall?
Other models have a VANOS system with a different specification.
Q4. Can I continue to drive my vehicle?
Yes. However, when you are notified by BMW of this Safety Recall, please contact an authorized BMW center to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. For the latest updates to this Safety Recall, please visit bmwusa.com/recall. If you are not the only driver of this vehicle, please advise all other drivers of this important information.
Q5. How did BMW Group become aware of the issue?
BMW Group became aware of the issue through its quality control procedures.
Q6. How will I be informed of this Safety Recall?
Owners of potentially affected vehicles will be notified via First Class mail and requested to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW center to have the remedy performed. Owners can locate their nearest authorized BMW center at bmwusa.com/dealer.
To ensure BMW has the most up-to-date contact and vehicle information, owners should register their vehicle at bmwusa.com/myBMW. Registration is free and will give them access to other information specific for their BMW vehicle. Alternatively, owners can visit bmwusa.com/recall and click on “Manage recall notices and contact information”.
Q7. How will my vehicle be remedied?
Potentially affected vehicles will have the VANOS attachment bolts replaced for free which should take about four hours.
Q8. Do I have to wait for BMW to contact me to have the remedy performed?
Yes. We are in the process of implementing this Safety Recall to ensure that the necessary parts, tools, and procedures are available. For the latest updates to this recall, please visit bmwusa.com/recall.
Chronology :
Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID 14V-176. In addition to 14V-176, other Model Year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with the in-line 6-cylinder engine were included in an Extended Warranty Program with terms of 10 years / unlimited mileage.
Subsequent to the implementation of the 2014 safety recall and the extended warranty program, the field continued to be monitored. As vehicles within the extended warranty program “aged-out”, it became apparent that some of those vehicles also started to experience the issue. As monitoring continued, an increasing number of vehicles were found to exhibit various symptoms.
In early April 2023, an engineering investigation was initiated. Engineering and technical development information, as well as, field data was collected.
Between May and August, the information was analyzed, but it was not yet clear which vehicles may have experienced a no-start condition, an engine emergency-mode condition, and/or a stalling condition. Further in-depth analyses were necessary.
In September, the focus of the in-depth analyses consisted of a detailed review of the warranty claims and associated technician and customer comments to assess specific failure modes.
In October, the analyses concluded that an unwanted number of vehicles may have experienced a stalling condition. Approximately 620 warranty claims were processed during the extended warranty period (starting in approximately 2014), which included technician and/or customer comments with a reference to stalling.
Vehicle assembly information and the extended warranty program details were reviewed to determine the number, and production dates, of potentially affected vehicles.
On October 13, 2023, BMW decided to conduct a voluntary safety recall.
BMW has not received any reports, nor is BMW otherwise aware, of any accidents or injuries related to this issue.
14 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| BMW | 1 SERIES | 2010-2012 |
| BMW | 3 SERIES | 2010-2012 |
| BMW | 5 SERIES | 2010-2011 |
| BMW | X3 | 2010-2011 |
| BMW | X5 | 2010-2011 |
| BMW | Z4 | 2010-2011 |
6 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V707-5734.pdf 736.758KB
Recall 573 Report – 11/8/2023
RCLRPT-23V707-8195.PDF 222.681KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Notification re NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD – Advance Notice – Safety Recall 23S33-Supplement #1 Certain 2019-2020 Model Year Fusion Energi PHEV vehicles PHEV Battery Cell Degradation
RCMN-23V707-2430.pdf 315.144KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V707-1152.PDF 221.567KB
Recall 573 Report – 11/13/2023
RCLRPT-23V707-5401.PDF 222.734KB
Recall 573 Report – 11/13/23
RCLRPT-23V707-1776.PDF 222.734KB
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SEOCONTENT-START
From: Broadcast Messaging System
To: DL-BMS_Message_Monitors
Subject: BMW Recall 23V-707: Replace Vanos Adjustment Unit Screw Connection
Date: Monday, October 23, 2023 1:29:34 PM
Publish Date:
From:
Expiration Date:
October 23, 2023
Technical Service
November 6, 2023
DCSnet Message
Urgent
Subject: BMW Recall 23V-707: Replace Vanos Adjustment Unit Screw
Connection
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective October 23, 2023) on a certain number
of Model Year 2010 – 2013 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 2, 2009, and July
12, 2012.
The VANOS assembly (engine) bolts may, over time, loosen, and eventually break. If this occurred,
a reduced engine power “safe mode” may be activated. In some cases, the engine may not be able
to be restarted after switching off and, in rare cases, the engine could stall which could increase the
risk of a crash.
The Recall Notice and Q&A have been attached for further information.
The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
Sincerely,
Technical Service
Attachments: B110923[1698081172311].pdf
B110923 Recall Notice[1698081172311].pdf
23V-707-VANOS-FAQ-(23Oct2023)[1698081172311].pdf
B110923[1698081172311].pdf
B110923 Recall Notice[1698081172311].pdf
23V-707-VANOS-FAQ-(23Oct2023)[1698081172311].pdf
Recipients: BMW Passenger Cars, All Offering, All Region, All Areas, All Departments, All Personnel
BMW SAV (Light Trucks), All Offering, All Region, All Areas, All Departments, All Personnel
BMW Passenger Cars, CC-All
BMW SAV (Light Trucks) CC-All
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SIB 11 09 23
RECALL 23V-707: REPLACE VANOS ADJUSTMENT UNIT SCREW
CONNECTION
2023-10-23
MODEL
E60 (5 Series Sedan) E88 (1 Series Convertible) E93 (3 Series Convertible)
E70 (X5 Sports Activity Vehicle) E89 (Z4) F10 (5 Series Sedan)
E82 (1 Series Coupe) E90 (3 Series Sedan) F25 (X3 Sports Activity
Vehicle)
E83 (X3 Sports Activity Vehicle) E91 (3 Series Wagon)
E84 (X1 Sports Activity Vehicle) E92 (3 Series Coupe)
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Vehicles which require this campaign to be completed will show it as “Open” when checked either in AIR,
AWP, Campaign Summary or Warranty Vehicle Inquiry.
Please make sure you check your dealer inventory as soon as possible. As of October 24, 2023, you can
see a list of affected vehicles in Inventory Campaign Details (ICD) under ROSS.
SITUATION
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective October 23, 2023) on a certain number of
Model Year 2010 – 2013 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 2, 2009, and July 12,
2012. Please note that these vehicles were previously covered by a BMW Extended Warranty program.
The VANOS assembly (engine) bolts may, over time, loosen, and eventually break. If this occurred, a
reduced engine power “safe mode” may be activated. In some cases, the engine may not be able to be
restarted after switching off and, in rare cases, the engine could stall which could increase the risk of a
crash.
The Recall Notice and Q&A have been attached for further information.
The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
Supporting Materials
picture_as_pdf B110923 Recall Notice.pdf
picture_as_pdf 23V-707-VANOS-FAQ-(23Oct2023).pdf
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Attachment to B11 09 23 October 2023
SAFETY RECALL NOTICE
To: All Center Operators, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers and Warranty
Processors
RE: Recall 23V-707: Replace VANOS Adjustment Unit Screw Connection – B11 09 23
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall (effective October 23, 2023) on a certain
number of Model Year 2010 – 2013 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 2,
2009, and July 12, 2012.
Please be reminded that it is a violation of federal law (The Safety Act) for you to sell,
lease or deliver any new motor vehicle covered by this notification until the recall repair
has been performed. This means that Centers may not legally deliver new motor
vehicles to consumers until they are fixed or use/sell replacement equipment/parts
subject to this recall. Note also that substantial civil penalties apply to violations of the
Safety Act.
Also, you should not sell, lease or deliver any Certified Pre-Owned or used vehicles
subject to a safety recall until the repair is completed.
Please follow any special instructions that we provide to you for the return or disposition
of recall parts.
We appreciate all your assistance with this Recall.
Attachment to B11 09 23 October 2023
Safety Recall
23V-707
VANOS
Model Year 2010-2013
BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series
BMW X1, X3, X5, Z4
(Models with inline 6-cylinder engine)
Issue Date: 10/23/2023
Q1. Which BMW Group models in the US are potentially affected by this Safety Recall?
Certain Model Year 2010-2013 BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, X1 SAV, X3 SAV, X5 SAV, and Z4 models
in the US are potentially affected. Please note that these vehicles have been previously covered by a BMW
Extended Warranty program.
Q2. What is the specific issue?
The VANOS assembly (engine) bolts may, over time, loosen, and eventually break. If this occurred, a reduced
engine power “safe mode” may be activated. In some cases, the engine may not be able to be restarted after
switching off and, in rare cases, the engine could stall which could increase the risk of a crash.
If your vehicle stalls, or if you notice a rough running engine, or unusual engine noise, which may include
illumination of the Check Engine (or Service Engine Soon) warning lamp and/or a warning message in
the instrument cluster, your vehicle may be experiencing this issue. If this occurs, you should carefully
move away from traffic and pull over to a safe location as soon as possible. Do not continue to drive your
vehicle. You should immediately contact the nearest authorized BMW center to arrange for pickup and
transportation of your vehicle to the BMW center. If you are not the only driver of this vehicle, please
advise all other drivers and passengers of this important information.
Q3. Why are other models / vehicles not included in this Safety Recall?
Other models have a VANOS system with a different specification.
Q4. Can I continue to drive my vehicle?
Yes. However, when you are notified by BMW of this Safety Recall, please contact an authorized BMW center
to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. For the latest updates to this Safety Recall, please visit
bmwusa.com/recall. If you are not the only driver of this vehicle, please advise all other drivers of this
important information.
Q5. How did BMW Group become aware of the issue?
BMW Group became aware of the issue through its quality control procedures.
Q6. How will I be informed of this Safety Recall?
Owners of potentially affected vehicles will be notified via First Class mail and requested to schedule an
appointment with an authorized BMW center to have the remedy performed. Owners can locate their nearest
authorized BMW center at bmwusa.com/dealer.
To ensure BMW has the most up-to-date contact and vehicle information, owners should register their vehicle
at bmwusa.com/myBMW. Registration is free and will give them access to other information specific for their
BMW vehicle. Alternatively, owners can visit bmwusa.com/recall and click on “Manage recall notices and
contact information”.
Q7. How will my vehicle be remedied?
Potentially affected vehicles will have the VANOS attachment bolts replaced for free which should take about
four hours.
Q8. Do I have to wait for BMW to contact me to have the remedy performed?
Yes. We are in the process of implementing this Safety Recall to ensure that the necessary parts, tools, and
procedures are available. For the latest updates to this recall, please visit bmwusa.com/recall.
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Submission Date : NOV 08, 2023
NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-707
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Address : P.O. Box 1227
Westwood NJ 07675-1227
Company phone : 18005257417
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 155,627
Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series Coupe (128i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 4,595 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 15, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 2 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series Convertible (128i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 4,684 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – AUG 16, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 3 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 72,764 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – DEC 06, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 4 : 2010-2011 BMW 3 Series Sportswagon (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : STATIONWAGON
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 2,077 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : OCT 01, 2009 – AUG 04, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 5 : 2010-2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 10,568 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 02, 2009 – AUG 05, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 6 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series Convertible (328i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 10,623 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – APR 19, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 7 : 2010-2011 BMW 5 Series Sedan (528i, 528xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 24,272 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 03, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 5
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 8 : 2010-2011 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 16,837 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – SEP 16, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 9 : 2010-2011 BMW X5 xDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 6,644 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : OCT 01, 2009 – MAR 18, 2010
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 6
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 10 : 2010-2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 2,567 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 05, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID
14V-176. Recall 14V-176 involved the housing bolts for the variable camshaft
timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The
housing of the VANOS adjustment unit is assembled with four aluminum bolts.
Due to a quality fault, the aluminum bolts can loosen over time and under
certain circumstances the bolt heads may break. The VANOS assembly is
controlled electrically by valves actuated via engine oil pressure. If the bolt
heads loosen or break, the VANOS may leak internally, resulting in the affected
camshaft not being adjusted correctly anymore. Since the camshaft position is
monitored by the engine electronics, it will be recognized that the camshaft
position is deviating from the target position. As a result, the reduced engine
power Limp-Home mode will be activated.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In very rare cases, the engine could stall during operation which could lead to
a crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
The driver will be notified by the Check Engine (or Service Engine Soon)
warning light and a Check Control message that the reduced engine power
Limp-Home mode is activated either immediately or at startup of the next
driving cycle. The driver will notice a distinct change in engine running
condition, reduced engine power, and hear increased engine noise. In rare
cases, the engine cannot be started after switching off.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 7
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Involved Components :
Component Name 1 : VANOS Bolt
Component Description : VANOS Bolt
Component Part Number : 8602263
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Hilite Germany GmbH
Address : Weberstrasse 17
Nuertingen Foreign States 72622
Country : Germany
Chronology :
Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID 14V-176. In addition to
14V-176, other Model Year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with the in-line 6-cylinder engine were
included in an Extended Warranty Program with terms of 10 years / unlimited mileage.
Subsequent to the implementation of the 2014 safety recall and the extended warranty program, the field
continued to be monitored. As vehicles within the extended warranty program “aged-out”, it became apparent
that some of those vehicles also started to experience the issue. As monitoring continued, an increasing
number of vehicles were found to exhibit various symptoms.
In early April 2023, an engineering investigation was initiated. Engineering and technical development
information, as well as, field data was collected.
Between May and August, the information was analyzed, but it was not yet clear which vehicles may have
experienced a no-start condition, an engine emergency-mode condition, and/or a stalling condition. Further
in-depth analyses were necessary.
In September, the focus of the in-depth analyses consisted of a detailed review of the warranty claims and
associated technician and customer comments to assess specific failure modes.
In October, the analyses concluded that an unwanted number of vehicles may have experienced a stalling
condition.
Vehicle assembly information and the extended warranty program details were reviewed to determine the
number, and production dates, of potentially affected vehicles.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 8
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
On October 13, 2023, BMW decided to conduct a voluntary safety recall.
BMW has not received any reports, nor is BMW otherwise aware, of any accidents or injuries related to this
issue.
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The four VANOS bolts will be replaced.
Owners will be notified by First Class mail advising them of the recall and
to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW dealer to have the
remedy performed for free. Owners who have had this remedy performed
at their own expense prior to the recall notification, may be eligible for
reimbursement according to BMW Group’s reimbursement plan in
accordance with 49 CFR 573.13 and 49 CFR 577.11.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
Recall component: VANOS Bolt– part number: 8602263
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
NR
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer notification is expected to begin and end on October 27, 2023.
Owner notification is expected to begin and end on December 12, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 27, 2023 – OCT 27, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 12, 2023 – DEC 12, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Submission Date : NOV 13, 2023
NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-707
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Address : P.O. Box 1227
Westwood NJ 07675-1227
Company phone : 18005257417
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 155,627
Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series Coupe (128i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 4,595 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 15, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 2 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series Convertible (128i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 4,684 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – AUG 16, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 3 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 72,764 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – DEC 06, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 4 : 2010-2011 BMW 3 Series Sportswagon (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : STATIONWAGON
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 2,077 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : OCT 01, 2009 – AUG 04, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 5 : 2010-2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 2,567 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 05, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 6 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series Convertible (328i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 10,623 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – APR 19, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 7 : 2010-2011 BMW 5 Series Sedan (528i, 528xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 24,272 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 03, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 5
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 8 : 2010-2011 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 16,837 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – SEP 16, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 9 : 2010-2011 BMW X5 xDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 6,644 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : OCT 01, 2009 – MAR 18, 2010
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 6
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 10 : 2010-2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 10,568 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 02, 2009 – AUG 05, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID
14V-176. Recall 14V-176 involved the bolts for the variable camshaft timing
(VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The VANOS
adjustment unit is assembled with four aluminum bolts. Due to a quality fault,
the aluminum bolts can loosen over time and under certain circumstances the
bolt heads may break. The VANOS assembly is controlled electrically by valves
actuated via engine oil pressure. If the bolt heads loosen or break, the VANOS
may leak internally, resulting in the affected camshaft not being adjusted
correctly anymore. Since the camshaft position is monitored by the engine
electronics, it will be recognized that the camshaft position is deviating from
the target position. As a result, the reduced engine power Limp-Home mode
will be activated.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In very rare cases, the engine could stall during operation which could lead to
a crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
The driver will be notified by the Check Engine (or Service Engine Soon)
warning light and a Check Control message that the reduced engine power
Limp-Home mode is activated either immediately or at startup of the next
driving cycle. The driver will notice a distinct change in engine running
condition, reduced engine power, and hear increased engine noise. In rare
cases, the engine cannot be started after switching off.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 7
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Involved Components :
Component Name 1 : VANOS Bolt
Component Description : VANOS Bolt
Component Part Number : 8602263
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Hilite Germany GmbH
Address : Weberstrasse 17
Nuertingen Foreign States 72622
Country : Germany
Chronology :
Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID 14V-176. In addition to
14V-176, other Model Year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with the in-line 6-cylinder engine were
included in an Extended Warranty Program with terms of 10 years / unlimited mileage.
Subsequent to the implementation of the 2014 safety recall and the extended warranty program, the field
continued to be monitored. As vehicles within the extended warranty program “aged-out”, it became apparent
that some of those vehicles also started to experience the issue. As monitoring continued, an increasing
number of vehicles were found to exhibit various symptoms.
In early April 2023, an engineering investigation was initiated. Engineering and technical development
information, as well as, field data was collected.
Between May and August, the information was analyzed, but it was not yet clear which vehicles may have
experienced a no-start condition, an engine emergency-mode condition, and/or a stalling condition. Further
in-depth analyses were necessary.
In September, the focus of the in-depth analyses consisted of a detailed review of the warranty claims and
associated technician and customer comments to assess specific failure modes.
In October, the analyses concluded that an unwanted number of vehicles may have experienced a stalling
condition. Approximately 620 warranty claims were processed during the extended warranty period (starting
in approximately 2014), which included technician and/or customer comments with a reference to stalling.
Vehicle assembly information and the extended warranty program details were reviewed to determine the
number, and production dates, of potentially affected vehicles.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 8
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
On October 13, 2023, BMW decided to conduct a voluntary safety recall.
BMW has not received any reports, nor is BMW otherwise aware, of any accidents or injuries related to this
issue.
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The four VANOS bolts will be replaced.
Owners will be notified by First Class mail advising them of the recall and
to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW dealer to have the
remedy performed for free. Owners who have had this remedy performed
at their own expense prior to the recall notification, may be eligible for
reimbursement according to BMW Group’s reimbursement plan in
accordance with 49 CFR 573.13 and 49 CFR 577.11.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
Recall component: VANOS Bolt– part number: 8602263
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
NR
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer notification is expected to begin and end on October 27, 2023.
Owner notification is expected to begin and end on December 12, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 27, 2023 – OCT 27, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 12, 2023 – DEC 12, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Submission Date : NOV 13, 2023
NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-707
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Address : P.O. Box 1227
Westwood NJ 07675-1227
Company phone : 18005257417
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 155,627
Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series Coupe (128i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 4,595 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 15, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 2 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series Convertible (128i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 4,684 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – AUG 16, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 3 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 72,764 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – DEC 06, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 3
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Vehicle 4 : 2010-2011 BMW 3 Series Sportswagon (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : STATIONWAGON
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 2,077 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : OCT 01, 2009 – AUG 04, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 5 : 2010-2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 2,567 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 05, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 6 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series Convertible (328i)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 10,623 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 04, 2009 – APR 19, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 7 : 2010-2011 BMW 5 Series Sedan (528i, 528xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 24,272 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – AUG 03, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 5
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 8 : 2010-2011 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 16,837 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 03, 2009 – SEP 16, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 9 : 2010-2011 BMW X5 xDrive30i
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 6,644 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : OCT 01, 2009 – MAR 18, 2010
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 6
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Vehicle 10 : 2010-2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi)
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately 10,568 vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the
housing of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and
exhaust camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : SEP 02, 2009 – AUG 05, 2011
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID
14V-176. Recall 14V-176 involved the bolts for the variable camshaft timing
(VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The VANOS
adjustment unit is assembled with four aluminum bolts. Due to a quality fault,
the aluminum bolts can loosen over time and under certain circumstances the
bolt heads may break. The VANOS assembly is controlled electrically by valves
actuated via engine oil pressure. If the bolt heads loosen or break, the VANOS
may leak internally, resulting in the affected camshaft not being adjusted
correctly anymore. Since the camshaft position is monitored by the engine
electronics, it will be recognized that the camshaft position is deviating from
the target position. As a result, the reduced engine power Limp-Home mode
will be activated.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In very rare cases, the engine could stall during operation which could lead to
a crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
The driver will be notified by the Check Engine (or Service Engine Soon)
warning light and a Check Control message that the reduced engine power
Limp-Home mode is activated either immediately or at startup of the next
driving cycle. The driver will notice a distinct change in engine running
condition, reduced engine power, and hear increased engine noise. In rare
cases, the engine cannot be started after switching off.
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Involved Components :
Component Name 1 : VANOS Bolt
Component Description : VANOS Bolt
Component Part Number : 8602263
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Hilite Germany GmbH
Address : Weberstrasse 17
Nuertingen Foreign States 72622
Country : Germany
Chronology :
Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID 14V-176. In addition to
14V-176, other Model Year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with the in-line 6-cylinder engine were
included in an Extended Warranty Program with terms of 10 years / unlimited mileage.
Subsequent to the implementation of the 2014 safety recall and the extended warranty program, the field
continued to be monitored. As vehicles within the extended warranty program “aged-out”, it became apparent
that some of those vehicles also started to experience the issue. As monitoring continued, an increasing
number of vehicles were found to exhibit various symptoms.
In early April 2023, an engineering investigation was initiated. Engineering and technical development
information, as well as, field data was collected.
Between May and August, the information was analyzed, but it was not yet clear which vehicles may have
experienced a no-start condition, an engine emergency-mode condition, and/or a stalling condition. Further
in-depth analyses were necessary.
In September, the focus of the in-depth analyses consisted of a detailed review of the warranty claims and
associated technician and customer comments to assess specific failure modes.
In October, the analyses concluded that an unwanted number of vehicles may have experienced a stalling
condition. Approximately 620 warranty claims were processed during the extended warranty period (starting
in approximately 2014), which included technician and/or customer comments with a reference to stalling.
Vehicle assembly information and the extended warranty program details were reviewed to determine the
number, and production dates, of potentially affected vehicles.
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On October 13, 2023, BMW decided to conduct a voluntary safety recall.
BMW has not received any reports, nor is BMW otherwise aware, of any accidents or injuries related to this
issue.
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The four VANOS bolts will be replaced.
Owners will be notified by First Class mail advising them of the recall and
to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW dealer to have the
remedy performed for free. Owners who have had this remedy performed
at their own expense prior to the recall notification, may be eligible for
reimbursement according to BMW Group’s reimbursement plan in
accordance with 49 CFR 573.13 and 49 CFR 577.11.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
Recall component: VANOS Bolt– part number: 8602263
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
NR
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer notification is expected to begin and end on October 27, 2023.
Owner notification is expected to begin and end on December 12, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 27, 2023 – OCT 27, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 12, 2023 – DEC 12, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Submission Date : OCT 20, 2023
NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-707
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : BMW of North America, LLC
Address : P.O. Box 1227
Westwood NJ 07675-1227
Company phone : 18005257417
Population :
Number of potentially involved : NR
Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2010-2012 BMW 5 Series
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
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Vehicle 2 : 2010-2012 BMW 3 Series
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 4-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 3 : 2010-2012 BMW 1 Series
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
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Vehicle 4 : 2010-2012 BMW 6 Series
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 5 : 2010-2012 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : STATIONWAGON
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
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Vehicle 6 : 2010-2012 BMW X3
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 7 : 2010-2012 BMW X5
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
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Vehicle 8 : 2010-2012 BMW X6
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : SUV
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Vehicle 9 : 2010-2012 BMW Z4
Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES
Body Style : 2-DOOR
Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : Approximately TBD vehicles were manufactured with aluminum bolts for the housing
of the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust
camshafts which, over time, could loosen and eventually break.
Basis for recall population determination:
Vehicles which were included in the 2014 extended warranty program.
Recall component difference to non-recall component:
VANOS housing bolt material and treatment.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2010 – DEC 31, 2012
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID
14V-176. Recall 14V-176 involved the housing bolts for the variable camshaft
timing (VANOS) adjustment unit on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The
housing of the VANOS adjustment unit is assembled with four aluminum bolts.
Due to a quality fault, the aluminum bolts can loosen over time and under
certain circumstances the bolt heads may break. The VANOS assembly is
controlled electrically by valves actuated via engine oil pressure. If the bolt
heads loosen or break, the VANOS may leak internally, resulting in the affected
camshaft not being adjusted correctly anymore. Since the camshaft position is
monitored by the engine electronics, it will be recognized that the camshaft
position is deviating from the target position. As a result, the reduced engine
power Limp-Home mode will be activated.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In very rare cases, the engine could stall during operation which could lead to
a crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
The driver will be notified by the Check Engine (or Service Engine Soon)
warning light and a Check Control message that the reduced engine power
Limp-Home mode is activated either immediately or at startup of the next
driving cycle. The driver will notice a distinct change in engine running
condition, reduced engine power, and hear increased engine noise. In rare
cases, the engine cannot be started after switching off.
Involved Components :
Component Name 1 : VANOS Bolt
Component Description : VANOS Bolt
Component Part Number : 8602263
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Hilite Germany GmbH
Address : Weberstrasse 17
Nuertingen Foreign States 72622
Country : Germany
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 7
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Chronology :
Please refer to BMW’s April 9, 2014 Part 573 report assigned NHTSA Recall ID 14V-176. In addition to
14V-176, other Model Year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with the in-line 6-cylinder engine were
included in an Extended Warranty Program with terms of 10 years / unlimited mileage.
Subsequent to the implementation of the 2014 safety recall and the extended warranty program, the field
continued to be monitored. As vehicles within the extended warranty program “aged-out”, it became apparent
that some of those vehicles also started to experience the issue. As monitoring continued, an increasing
number of vehicles were found to exhibit various symptoms.
In early April 2023, an engineering investigation was initiated. Engineering and technical development
information, as well as, field data was collected.
Between May and August, the information was analyzed, but it was not yet clear which vehicles may have
experienced a no-start condition, an engine emergency-mode condition, and/or a stalling condition. Further
in-depth analyses were necessary.
In September, the focus of the in-depth analyses consisted of a detailed review of the warranty claims and
associated technician and customer comments to assess specific failure modes.
In October, the analyses concluded that an unwanted number of vehicles may have experienced a stalling
condition.
Vehicle assembly information and the extended warranty program details were reviewed to determine the
number, and production dates, of potentially affected vehicles.
On October 13, 2023, BMW decided to conduct a voluntary safety recall.
BMW has not received any reports, nor is BMW otherwise aware, of any accidents or injuries related to this
issue.
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The four VANOS bolts will be replaced.
Owners will be notified by First Class mail advising them of the recall and
to schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW dealer to have the
remedy performed for free. Owners who have had this remedy performed
at their own expense prior to the recall notification, may be eligible for
reimbursement according to BMW Group’s reimbursement plan in
accordance with 49 CFR 573.13 and 49 CFR 577.11.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
Recall component: VANOS Bolt– part number: 8602263
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-707 Page 8
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
NR
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer notification is expected to begin and end on October 27, 2023.
Owner notification is expected to begin and end on December 12, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 27, 2023 – OCT 27, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 12, 2023 – DEC 12, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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