2012 BMW 1 Series

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

1 Recalls for 2012 BMW 1 Series

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1970-01-01 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.

Remedy:

Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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3 Service Alerts for 2012 BMW 1 Series

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2025-03-13 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 186,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2025-02-20 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 240,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2025-01-10 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

PLASTIC WASHER RETURN

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