BMW 328D 2014: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V185000

Make Model Year
BMW 328D 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-05-22 2020-03-26 2020-03-27

Production Dates: 2013-06-28 - 2015-04-21

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8536

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2013-2016 328d xDrive sedans and 2013-2015 328d xDrive station wagon vehicles. The constant-velocity joint which transfers power between the transfer case and the rear drive shaft, may become damaged, possibly resulting in loss of power to the rear wheels.

Consequence

A loss of power to the rear wheels can affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the vehicle is parked after a loss of power to the rear wheels and the parking brake is not engaged, unintended rollaway can occur, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. 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.safercar.gov.