BMW recalls 156,000 cars days after Vice President’s brother died in X6 model

German automaker BMW is recalling more than 156,000 cars and sports utility vehicles in the U.S. because the engines can lose power or stall.

NYDaily reports

The recall covers multiple models from 2010 through 2012. It includes some 128i, 328i, Z4, 135i, 335i, 528i, 535i and 640i cars. Also covered are many X3, X5, and X6 SUVs.

The German automaker says bolts that hold a camshaft housing can loosen and break. That can cause reduced power or stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says dealers will replace bolts at no cost to owners. The company expects the recall to start in May.

BMW says another 170,000 vehicles from 2010 through 2012 with inline six-cylinder engines will not be recalled, but will receive an extended warranty due to the problem.

The Vice President, Namadi Sambo recently lost his brother Captain Sabo Sambo (Retd), who died in an accident whilst driving a BMW X6 model on the way to the Abuja airport.

Eyewitnesses say the car inexplicably lost control and crashed, bursting into flames.