BMW 3 SERIES SALOON recall: The tandam vacuum/oil pump may fail
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The fault involves the tandem vacuum/oil pump fitted to the engine. On affected vehicles it is possible that the engine rotates in the opposite direction than it is meant to on start-up causing the tandem pump to fail.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the control unit (DME) will be programmed to prevent the failure from occuring.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The fault involves the tandem vacuum/oil pump fitted to the engine. On affected vehicles it is possible that the engine rotates in the opposite direction than it is meant to on start-up causing the tandem pump to fail.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the control unit (DME) will be programmed to prevent the failure from occuring.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 SERIES SALOON | 13 Apr 2019 | 13 Apr 2019 | 1 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 August 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.