Recall number R/2018/220

Recall reference

R/2018/220

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2018-08-10

Reason for concern

PISTONS IN REAR BRAKE CALIPERS MAY NOT BE COATED TO SPECIFICATIONS

Reason for recall

The fault affects the brake system in particular the brake calipers on the rear axle. Because of a faulty coating hydrogen gas (approximately 10 ml) could be created in the coating of the piston of the brake caliper. This will be completely outgassed during the first 2 months after the production process causing longer brake pedal travel. Under certain circumstances the relevant brake pressure cannot be build up in the rear brake circuit. As a result the brake force of the system may be reduced by up to 30%. The driver may feel a soft brake pedal and a reduction of the brake performance. In certain cases the rear brake circuit could fail leading to increased risk of an accident.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the brake system will be bled.

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local BMW dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official BMW service.

BMW Reference ID

0034370200

Number of affected BMW cars

1032