2011 BMW Activee recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2011 BMW Activee. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Jan 17, 2013Crash risk2011 BMW Activee — Power Train
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.
13V017000 · 360 units · BMW of North America, LLC
- Jun 28, 2012Crash risk2011 BMW Activee, 2012 BMW Z4 — Steering
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.
12V302000 · 162 units · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC