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2022 BMW 3 Series POWER TRAIN Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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POWER TRAIN Safety Recalls

Critical #22V070000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The transmission mechatronics unit in your vehicle is a critical component that helps your car shift gears smoothly. In some 2022 BMW models, this unit might not have been put together correctly, which could cause a leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission leaks, you could experience a rollaway situation, where your vehicle keeps moving even when you've taken your foot off the brake pedal. This could lead to a crash or serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty transmission mechatronics unit with a new one, free of charge. You don't need to take any action, but if you have any concerns, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Other BMW 3 Series 2022 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
15 recalls
2019
9 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
11 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
8 recalls
2002
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

Similar POWER TRAIN Recalls in Other Vehicles

2020 FORD Explorer
21 POWER TRAIN recalls
2021 FORD F-150
21 POWER TRAIN recalls
2014 FORD Fusion
18 POWER TRAIN recalls
2021 FORD Explorer
15 POWER TRAIN recalls
2022 FORD Explorer
15 POWER TRAIN recalls
2013 FORD Fusion
15 POWER TRAIN recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2022 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION recall for the 2022 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #22V070000)

The transmission mechatronics unit in your vehicle is a critical component that helps your car shift gears smoothly. In some 2022 BMW models, this unit might not have been put together correctly, which could cause a leak. If the transmission leaks, you could experience a rollaway situation, where your vehicle keeps moving even when you've taken your foot off the brake pedal. This could lead to a crash or serious injury. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty transmission mechatronics unit with a new one, free of charge. You don't need to take any action, but if you have any concerns, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.