NHTSA Recall 08V595000: Clutch assembly (power train)
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,500 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 BMW M3.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V595000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 14, 2008 |
| Owner notification | December 3, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW is recalling 2,500 my 2008-2009 m3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission. The problem involves the double clutch gearbox. In a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may perform a multistage downshift.
Safety risk
In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it is possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge. The recall began on december 3, 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V595000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.