BMW To Recall Over 156,137 US Vehicles BMW announced that they are voluntarily recalling 156,137 today. The recall effects models from 2000 to 2012. A problem with the variable camshaft timing, also known as VANOS, could reduce engine power and further cause damage if not repaired, BMW said. The unit rotates the intake or exhaust camshaft in order to alter the timing of the lift of the respective intake or exhaust valves,” a BMW spokesman said. In a statement, BMW said that in very rare cases, the bolts holding the variable camshaft timing unit housing may become loose or, in extreme cases, break.” Should that happen, the check engine” or service engine soon” light comes on followed by the display of a check control message.” If ignored, the problem can become progressively worse, eventually leading to no start conditions, stalling and engine damage,” BMW said. The affected models are: • 2010-12 1 series • 2010-12 3 series • 2010-2012 5 series • 2010-12 5 series Gran Turismo • 2012 6 series • 2010-2012 X3 • 2010-12 X5 • 2010-12 X6 • 2010-12 Z4
Posted on: Fri, 11 Apr 2014 17:44:17 +0000
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