BMW 128I, 135I +10 more: Engine and engine cooling — engine

Affects BMW 128I, 135I, 328I, 535I, X3 Sav, 640I, 528I, X5 Sav, X6 Sav, 335I, 535I Gran Turismo, Z4 · 2010–2012 — about 156K vehicles.

The hazard

If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational