Is the 2011 BMW 328i safe to drive?

The 2011 BMW 328i has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 11V476000

Critical Plain English 2011-09-15

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

What Happened

Your vehicle's front drivetrain has a critical bolt that might not be tightened properly, which could cause problems.

Risk if Unfixed

If this bolt comes loose, you could lose power to the front wheels, leading to a breakdown and increasing the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

BMW will notify you and replace the affected bolt for free at a dealership, starting in October 2011.

Affected Vehicles

2011 BMW 328i

2011 BMW 335i

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #11V476000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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