BMW · Canada · Mod
BMW 3 Series, 1 Series +5 more: Engine
Affects BMW 3 Series, 1 Series, X6, 5 Series, Z4, X3, X5 · 2010–2012 — about 20K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home mode", limiting available engine power. This could increase the risk of a collision causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace affected bolts.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational