BMW Recall 17V-067: Power train – constant velocity joint

Affected: 2011–2012 BMW 135i, 2011 BMW 335d, 2011 BMW 335i and 5 more. Filed with NHTSA on February 2, 2017, covering about 8,752 vehicles.

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li vehicles. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.

The risk

If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign17V-067 (17V067000)
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentPower train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint
Report dateFebruary 2, 2017
Owners notifiedApril 21, 2017
Vehicles affected8,752
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 3 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 17V-067 repair free?

Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8,752 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.