2024 BMW 540i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2024 BMW 540i has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (3 reports).

1Recalls
5Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2024 BMW 540i recalls

Brakes may lose power assist, rear braking, and stability control

Recall 24V697Sep 18, 2024309 vehicles affected

The integrated brake control module's servomotor may develop broken welds.

Most common 2024 BMW 540i problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Back Over Prevention3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)2
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Electrical System1
Service Brakes1

What owners report

2025-01-30, Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
See attached document for complaint.
2024-11-15, Service Brakes
I reserved this vehicle with a deposit on Oct. 26. At the time I was told the vehicle was under recall/stop sale for a brake issue and I would not be able to take delivery until the recall work was performed. On 11/5, I was able to purchase the vehicle after the repair work was done. After leaving the dealership, about a half mile down the road I received a message on the vehicle display which said "Brake fluid level low. Have the problem checked by the nearest service center." The message also advised that I could continue driving the vehicle. I returned to the dealership and the car was inspected for roughly 30 mins. The vehicle was released to me and the message was gone. I was adv
2024-11-14, Electrical System
See attached document for complaint.
2024-10-29, Forward Collision Avoidance
PROBLEM: I recently had several incidents when the RAB (rear automatic brake) on the 2024 BMW 540i vehicle DID NOT WORK on multiple occasions. The vehicle never stopped as I backed out of my parking space. Afterwards I tested the RAB by perpendicularly slowly walking behind the car. I had to run out of the way when the vehicle was continuing to move when approximately 12” from me. I tested both vehicles, 540i & X-3, with the same results.  As a further test I placed a plastic figure that’s ordinarily used a warning to drivers of children playing in the area. Results while slowly backing was that the vehicle hit (bumped) the little green “man”. I later discussed this issue with
2024-10-16, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2024 BMW 540i. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V10400(Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2024 BMW 540i questions

Does the 2024 BMW 540i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2024 BMW 540i: Brakes may lose power assist, rear braking, and stability control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW 540i?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2024 BMW 540i 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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