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US recalls (6)
Exterior lighting: brake lights
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Power train: driveline, driveshaft
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air bags
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Structure: frame and members
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Power train: driveline, driveshaft
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Child seat
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Engine
2024-11-19 · campaign 2024-705 · 950 vehicles
Issue:
This recall is for certain oil filters sold at BMW Motorrad dealerships as a replacement part for 2008 to 2024 models. This recall affects oil filter part number: 11427721779-04.
On certain motorcycles, the oil filter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, under certain conditions, the filter could loosen and create an oil leak.
Safety Risk:
An oil leak near the rear tire could affect handling and control of the motorcycle. An oil leak could create a hazard for others. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, oil that leaks onto hot components could create a fire risk.
Corrective Actions:
BMW Motorrad will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the oil filter.
Owner complaints (45)
Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW M (3 fires, 2 injuries reported).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 13 | |
| Power train | 10 | |
| Suspension | 8 | |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | |
| Electrical system | 5 | |
| Unknown or other | 4 | |
| Seats | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 BMW M.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2016 BMW M3 4 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 BMW M4 2 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 BMW M4 C RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 BMW M5 4 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 BMW M6 2 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 BMW M6 4 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2016 BMW M6 C RWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2016 BMW M version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| M2 3.0 L Manual 6-spd | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 |
| M2 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| M235i 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 |
| M235i 3.0 L Manual 6-spd | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,750 |
| M235i Convertible 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 |
| M235i Convertible 3.0 L Manual 6-spd | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| M235i xDrive 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,550 |
| M235i xDrive Convertible 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,550 |
| M3 3.0 L Manual 6-spd | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
| M3 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0 L Manual 6-spd | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
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