BMW to recall 3,501 defective vehicles in China

BEIJING - BMW China Automotive Trading Ltd will recall 3,501 vehicles in China for defective front fork arms.

The recall, which will start on March 30, will involve series of 118i, 120i, 125i, 218i, 220i and X1, according to a notice released by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine.

These vehicles were manufactured between Dec 19, 2017 and Dec 26, 2017, said the notice.

The defective front fork arm will cause vehicles to lose control and lead to potential safety hazards.

The company will replace the defective parts free of charge.