BMW iX1: A possible loosening of the drive shaft

10/12/2023

BMW is recalling 5,855 iX1 electric SUVs built between 2022 and 2023 worldwide. The reason for the recall is a possible loosening of the drive shaft from the ball hub, which could cause a drive failure when starting off.

Replacement of the front left and/or right drive shaft will be carried out in the workshop.

The KBA monitors the recall under the reference number “013017” and the internal manufacturer code is “0031100200, 0031110200“.

Recall details

Make:	BMW
Model:	iX1
Year of manufacture:	2022 – 2023
Production:	2022 – 2023
Extent:	5,855
Code:	0031100200, 0031110200

Source: KBA 013017 (Search Rückrufcode: 0031100200, 0031110200)

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