Recall 11V476000: Front Driveshaft Bolt Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

BMW/328XI 2011

BMW/335XI 2011

MANUFACTURER: BMW of North America, LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: September 15, 2011

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V476000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 190

SUMMARY:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 328I XDrive and 335I XDrive vehicles manufactured from February 8, 2011, Through July 29, 2011. The front driveshaft attachment bolts may not have been tightened to specification. If the bolts were not tightened to specification, they may become loose.

CONSEQUENCE:
If the bolts loosen, it could lead to a loss of power to the front wheels and ultimately a vehicle breakdown, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft attachment bolts free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2011. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations and Services at 1-800-525-7417.

NOTES:
Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.