2019 BMW 440i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2019 BMW 440i has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (3 reports).

3Recalls
4Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2019 BMW 440i recalls

Knee airbag may not deploy properly in crash

Recall 19V352May 9, 20195,079 vehicles affected

The driver and passenger knee airbag assemblies in these BMW vehicles may have been improperly folded and assembled during manufacturing.

Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash

Recall 18V533Aug 15, 20183 vehicles affected

The front passenger airbag inflator may have been manufactured incorrectly, so the airbag could fail to deploy properly during a crash.

Crankshaft sensor firmware can cause engine stall

Recall 18V465Jul 11, 20185,309 vehicles affected

A crankshaft sensor may have incorrect firmware.

Most common 2019 BMW 440i problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine3
Service Brakes1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Electrical System1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2026-03-17, Engine
The contact owns a 2019 BMW 440I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a hissing sound coming from the vehicle, and there was white smoke coming from the engine compartment and the exhaust system. The vehicle went into LIMP Mode, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and PCV failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
2025-02-26, Electrical System
Emergency Call system failed. SOS warning on instrument cluster. In case of emergency the system is inoperative. This could provoke a Life/Death situation. Several other features are affected: Navigation system, Fuel mileage/distance monitor, Fuel level warning indicator, Clock display. Internet search support’s probable water leak into the Telematics Control Unit from the “Shark Fin” on the roof since it’s mounted right under it. There is a”Emergency Call Malfunction” displaying on the instrument cluster along with “SOS”. Note: there is an 8 volt back up battery in the system that has been confirmed operable therefore not the cause of failure. The problem started intermitte
2024-11-01, Fuel/Propulsion System
BMW issued an extended warranty of 15 years/150k for a pressure control valve (PCV) failure for certain years/models that included my vehicle. While driving, the PCV failed causing a loud high pitch noise and white smoke billowing from my exhaust. Such an immediate failure while driving of this PCV valve should have been subject to a recall given the sudden and unexpected failure. I travel a lot for work and if this would have happened while travelling and out of town, it would have been a more serious incident in addition to the inconvenience. After have the PCV replaced, my vehicle's RPM's would drop at startup when put in reverse and/or back in drive, causing the vehicle to stall and
2019-02-25, Service Brakes
CAR WAS SLOWLY BEING DRIVEN INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN IT ACCELERATED TO FULL ENGINE RPM DID A BURNOUT UP OVER A CURB AND INTO A LAMP POLE CONCRETE BASE. BRAKES WERE BEING FULLY APPLIED TO NO RESULT CAR STOPPED MOVING AT LAMP POST BASE ENGIN AT FULL RPM RIGHT REAR TIRE BURNING. PUSHED OFF BUTTON TO STOP MOTOR

2019 BMW 440i questions

Does the 2019 BMW 440i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 BMW 440i: Knee airbag may not deploy properly in crash; Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Crankshaft sensor firmware can cause engine stall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW 440i?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (3), Service Brakes (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2019 BMW 440i has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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