2013 Bmw M6 | 2013 Bmw M5 — Engine and engine cooling: engine
Published September 28, 2012 · Recall initiated: September 28, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V475000, published September 28, 2012. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2013 Bmw M6 | 2013 Bmw M5 — Engine and engine cooling: engine.
What's the hazard
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- M6
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2013 BMW M6 | 2013 BMW M5
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Bmw M6 | 2013 Bmw M5 — Engine and engine cooling: engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V475000 on September 28, 2012. Reported hazard: BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: M6.