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An official EU Safety Gate notice concerns BMW - X1. Null A faulty connecting socket on the dual clutch transmission could lead to the gears switching to neutral. It would then be impossible to change gear or start the engine once the vehicle has stopped. Published 2017-09-22.
What to do now
The source does not provide specific consumer instructions. Follow the official EU Safety Gate notice for next steps.
Recall number
A12/1292/17
Official notice
2017-09-22
The hazard
The hazard
Null A faulty connecting socket on the dual clutch transmission could lead to the gears switching to neutral. It would then be impossible to change gear or start the engine once the vehicle has stopped.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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Brand: BMW.
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