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      12-06-2023, 09:56 AM   #124
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Originally Posted by blnk-128 View Post
2009-2011 128i's have a Vanos bolt issue that is no longer under unlimited extended warranty. Ask the previous owner if the Vanos bolts have been replaced otherwise it could lead to an expensive repair. If faulty the car will sound broken (like a diesel).

Can be easily checked when doing the valve cover / valve cover gasket.
Recall #23V-707 has recently surfaced. Sounds like this may have been reopened and will be covered. I saw this posted elsewhere on the forum and since that bot just bumped this thread I thought I would follow up to blnk's information.
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