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Snapped axle and diff bolt
Went with the 265/295 setup. Did two launches. On the second one heard a loud bang and after taking it to the dealer it turns out to be a broken rear right axle and diff retaining bolt. Car is a 22’ with 20k miles on it. Don’t really beat on it. Just launch once in a while. The tire change is awesome, however a bit nervous that this happened. Has anyone had any issues like this? I am going after a warranty claim as it’s close to 4k for repairs. Car isn’t tuned!
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06-06-2023, 05:19 PM | #2 |
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the diff bolt is a known failure point on these cars, plenty of people in similar situations. dealer should have no issue covering it under warranty.
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They might say it broke because the tire sizes aren't stock.
The issue is that the bolt is weak AF. Plenty of folks are breaking them. RKAutowerks is currently working on making a beefier version of that bolt. |
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Just curious - did you ever hear any noises? Like the metallic clanking some folks mention when adding or removing throttle?
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It was a bang when I launched, then got a warning message that I was in an accident. The message went away. I felt loose in the back end then took it in and they replaced the bolt. I just brought it back the other day dude to one of the tires being defective- that’s when that saw the grease again and said it needs the whole axle replaced. Would be pretty ridicules to not cover that under warranty considering it’s not tuned. It’s crazy that part is breaking with some people pushing 700+HP and not having an issue.
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This is becoming too common now, Im surprised BMW isn't looking into this and issuing a TSB or recall on this.
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Do you mind calling NHTSA to file a complaint about the failure? I called BMW NA and they don't want to hear about it, they told me that it has to come from NHTSA. I called NHTSA and they said they would also like to hear from people who have had the failure happen. NHTSA # is 8883274236. If you call, don't select any of the options it'll take you to an agent, there tell him about the power train issue involving the rear differential bolt that sheared. Tell him other folks are having this issue as well and it just happened to you. |
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Just read the thread and this scares me to hell. I have filed a complaint with them as well. Hopefully the dealer will cover it under warranty, since it seems to be a manufacturing defect, and I'm bone stock powertrain.
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For sure! I will call them and file a compliant. My fingers are crossed they will warranty it. It would sevearly impact me staying with bmw if not. The car is less than a year old and meant to be driven, without “tuning” and remain functional. I do not want to be afraid of driving this car and worry that things may break and the fact Bmw will not cover it. I’ll know Monday if they do. I will put up a fight if they deny the claim.
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Stlnation That article is from December of 2018 before the F97 X3 M began production.
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All I can tell ya is what the man said.
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Looks like the factory bolt is m14x1.5x133mm
McMasterCarr has a 14x2x140mm grade 12.9 bolt. I wonder if it will work? https://www.mcmaster.com/91290A776/ bolt https://www.mcmaster.com/94223A109/ nut https://www.mcmaster.com/91144A118/ washers I dont have an x3m, but looking to get one. |
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