Recall 08V-595
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2008 to 2009 BMW M3: Power train (clutch assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 08V-595
- Reported
- November 14, 2008
- Vehicles affected
- 2,500 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW is recalling 2,500 my 2008-2009 m3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission. The problem involves the double clutch gearbox. In a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may perform a multistage downshift.
The risk
In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it is possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge. The recall began on december 3, 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- BMW M3 2008 to 2009