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NHTSA recall 18V-713 (18V713000)

power train recall reported October 11, 2018 - about 2,661 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
18V713000
Also written as
18V-713
Reported
October 11, 2018
Vehicles affected
~2,661
Component
power train

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-713 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

BMW M3 - 2016
BMW M4 - 2016, 2017

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.