2012 BMW 1 Series Recalls

Recalls

Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Manufacturer	BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA Campaign ID	23V707000
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.
Consequence	Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 18, 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.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

Q: Does the 2012 BMW 1 Series have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2012 BMW 1 Series has atleast 1 recall.

Q: What are the 2012 BMW 1 Series recalls?
A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series recalls include: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE