2011 BMW Activee recalls & problems

2 recalls 0 complaints 1 investigation

2recalls
0owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 BMW Activee and 0 owner complaints. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2011 BMW Activee recalls

Power Train · NHTSA 13V017000 · Jan 17, 2013

Problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 1-Series ActiveE passenger vehicles manufactured August 17, 2011, through December 19, 2011. Due to an insufficient sealing of the drivetrain housing assembly there may be a lack of grease lubrication on the gear shaft that transfers power from the electric motor to the transmission.

Risk: Over time, the connection between the electric motor and the transmission may wear, possibly resulting in a sudden loss of vehicle propulsion. This could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners by telephone, and dealers will inspect the drivetrain connection and update the sealing system. Any worn electric motor gearing will be replaced. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

360 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Steering · NHTSA 12V302000 · Jun 28, 2012

Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 1-series active e and model year 2012 z4 vehicles. Variations in electrical current may occur within the electric power steering assistance system, leading to sudden loss of power steering assistance.

Risk: Sudden loss of steering assistance may increase the steering effort required to control the direction of a vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering assistance module, free of charge. The safety recall began during july 2012. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.

162 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

NHTSA investigations

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 BMW Activee have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2011 BMW Activee, the most recent one (13V017000) for power train. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Is NHTSA investigating the 2011 BMW Activee?

NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently DP22005: Pedestrian alert sounds.