BMW E7x E8x E9x F07 F1x F25 (N55 engine). (2009–2012)

Published 2014-06-18

What the hazard is

If the vehicle is being driven and slows down or stops unexpectedly this poses an accident hazard to the driver and other road users.

What to do

Consumers should contact an authorised BMW motor vehicle service centre, or call the BMW Group Australia Customer Interaction Centre on Freecall 1 800 813 299.

Defect

The bolted connection on the housing of the variable valve timing unit (VANOS) adjustment units may become loose. As a result the units may develop an internal oil leak and then no longer adjust quickly enough due to the reduced oil pressure. The vehicle then goes into engine emergency mode and the engine warning light is permanently lit.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.