[Dark_Knight_335]

My SA confirmed I was under the recall, and they have the parts too! Should be done tomorrow or the next day- woohoo!

[mashimarho]

I've talked to a tech, and was I shouldn't be as worried, because I have a August 2011 build.

[norsairius]

Congrats, haha!

Glad to hear more and more now that people's cars are getting fixed. I don't think it's as widespread as it seems since this is an online forum where people talk bout their car problems a lot, but regardless of all that, it's still nice to see people getting some peace of mind.

I'm looking forward to getting my car fixed up on Monday! Just 6 days and one road trip in there before then. I'll be fine though, the vast majority of us will be. *knocks on wood*

Originally Posted by mashimarho

I've talked to a tech, and was I shouldn't be as worried, because I have a August 2011 build.

My car is a May 2011 build, so it's a bit later in the MY 2011 build cycle as well. The recall report indicated most failures are occurring in cars with build dates between May-July 2010 with about 40k miles on them. Still can't hurt to get it checked out and fixed though!

[Bladerunner]

I have a June 2011 build, getting the recall done Oct 7th.

[divisionbell77]

Originally Posted by mashimarho

I've talked to a tech, and was I shouldn't be as worried, because I have a August 2011 build.

Honestly, these guys don't know much about this except for what someone else told them. That's why you will see people be told they are not part of a recall and a week later they get the letter that they are.

[Johnny Boost]

Originally Posted by divisionbell77

Honestly, these guys don't know much about this except for what someone else told them. That's why you will see people be told they are not part of a recall and a week later they get the letter that they are.

Ya I don't understand how the press release clearly states 2010-2012 3-series yet there are people with 2011s saying that their cars aren't affected. I would dispute it if the dealership told me that.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Dark_Knight_335

My SA confirmed I was under the recall, and they have the parts too! Should be done tomorrow or the next day- woohoo!

Where are you getting it done?! I need to go there.

[Bimmer28312]

Me too

[e90Nate]

Thats awesome, my car is currently in getting the vanos replaced. hopefully I get it back soon.

[adventr]

Originally Posted by Johnny Boost

Ya I don't understand how the press release clearly states 2010-2012 3-series yet there are people with 2011s saying that their cars aren't affected. I would dispute it if the dealership told me that.

BMW NA told me directly on the phone that my 2011 (9/2011 build date) was not affected by the recall.

[Andrewe92]

did they finally make it official, last time i was at dealer which was recently I asked about it and my SA said not yet. pretty sure my car is affected

[Johnny Boost]

Originally Posted by adventr

BMW NA told me directly on the phone that my 2011 (9/2011 build date) was not affected by the recall.

There's a guy in another thread with a 2012 that had this issue. Let's hope that your car doesn't have issues with the VANOS bolts then. Because if it does, and it's out of warranty, you will have to fit the bill.

[adventr]

Originally Posted by Johnny Boost

There's a guy in another thread with a 2012 that had this issue. Let's hope that your car doesn't have issues with the VANOS bolts then. Because if it does, and it's out of warranty, you will have to fit the bill.

Honestly not too worried about it, but they did just tell me this like within the last week or two.
I've only got 38k miles right now, and under warranty until 100k.

[JETmn]

Originally Posted by Johnny Boost

There's a guy in another thread with a 2012 that had this issue. Let's hope that your car doesn't have issues with the VANOS bolts then. Because if it does, and it's out of warranty, you will have to fit the bill.

They also stated in the recall that cars not getting the bolts replaced will have their warranty on Vanos extended.

[Dark_Knight_335]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

Where are you getting it done?! I need to go there.

JMK BMW in Springfield NJ. Closer to you is probably Park Ave BMW in Maywood NJ or Prestige BMW in Ramsey NJ

[Dark_Knight_335]

Originally Posted by adventr

Honestly not too worried about it, but they did just tell me this like within the last week or two.
I've only got 38k miles right now, and under warranty until 100k.

Quite frankly, while, it's great to know you're covered for 100K, it sure will be a miserable experience if the bolts shear during a long trip in mid acceleration

[oneha1980]

just checked with morristown bmw too and they have parts in stock as well! gonna take it on Thursday.. too bad I have to take out the JB4 that I just installed yesterday!

[Johnny Boost]

Originally Posted by JETmn

They also stated in the recall that cars not getting the bolts replaced will have their warranty on Vanos extended.

Well I guess that gives a little extra peace of mind then.

Originally Posted by Dark_Knight_335

Quite frankly, while, it's great to know you're covered for 100K, it sure will be a miserable experience if the bolts shear during a long trip in mid acceleration

Ya especially if you're FBO and your car breaks down while driving and wont start. That will be a fun experience.

[divisionbell77]

Originally Posted by Johnny Boost

There's a guy in another thread with a 2012 that had this issue. Let's hope that your car doesn't have issues with the VANOS bolts then. Because if it does, and it's out of warranty, you will have to fit the bill.

Not true. Certain cars are for sure with the issue, they replace. Rest in that time frame are covered under an extended warranty on that part.

[Dark_Knight_335]

Originally Posted by oneha1980

just checked with morristown bmw too and they have parts in stock as well! gonna take it on Thursday.. too bad I have to take out the JB4 that I just installed yesterday!

My favorite dealer! They're open later, so if I need to score a loaner (which I should have, in retrospect), I could.

They're my "rattle" specialists.

[oneha1980]

They are giving me a loaner as well..

What kind of rattles did you have? I have one inside of the drivers side door and one one near the odo..

Originally Posted by Dark_Knight_335

My favorite dealer! They're open later, so if I need to score a loaner (which I should have, in retrospect), I could.

They're my "rattle" specialists.

[Bimmer28312]

Taking mine into Fremont on thur to have my vanos looked at/bolts changed.
Btw no need to completely take off your jb4