NHTSA recall 23V-707 (23V707000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported October 20, 2023 - about 157,796 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V707000
- Also written as
- 23V-707
- Reported
- October 20, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~157,796
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
Why it is dangerous
Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. 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 23V-707 when calling a dealer.
Affected 6 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.