Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
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Source Page by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1247928-bmw-m5-2015-recall-power-train · Recall date July 19, 2016 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V540000
“BMW M5 (2015) recall — Power Train.” GovInfoNow, recall dated July 19, 2016. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1247928-bmw-m5-2015-recall-power-train. Based on NHTSA recall 16V540000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V540000).
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW of North America, LLC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 16V540000 — BMW of North America, LLC BMW M5 (2015) recall — Power Train Hello, I own a BMW M5 (2015) recall — Power Train that is covered by recall 16V540000 from BMW of North America, LLC. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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