Medium DVSA Vehicles
Bmw recalls 5 SERIES SALOON — Replace vanos bolts n51 n52 n55
Full details on the official government website →
⚠ What You Should Do
On affected vehicles the eight aluminium screws will be replaced if evidence of faulty screws is found then the VANOS adjustment unit will also be replaced.
Recall Details
Defect: On affected vehicles overtime the aluminium screws can loosen or break on the adjustable variable camshaft timing (VANOS) units potentially resulting in engine emergency mode being activated.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the eight aluminium screws will be replaced if evidence of faulty screws is found then the VANOS adjustment unit will also be replaced.
Vehicles affected: 2
DVSA Recall Reference: R/2024/191
Make: BMW | Model: 5 SERIES SALOON
To check if your specific vehicle is affected, visit the DVSA vehicle recall checker, select your vehicle make and model, and look for recall reference R/2024/191.
Why This Product Is Dangerous
On affected vehicles overtime the aluminium screws can loosen or break on the adjustable variable camshaft timing (VANOS) units potentially resulting in engine emergency mode being activated.