BMW during servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the structure frame and members. Here is what owners need to know.
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.
Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 16V-653.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2016 | BMW M2 |
| 2015–2017 | BMW M3 |
| 2015–2016 | BMW M4 |
What changed
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