CarRecallWatchThe 2020 BMW 840i has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).
2020 BMW 840i recalls
Driveshaft Connection May Fail, Causing Power Loss or Rollaway
The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential can become damaged.
Starter Motor May Overheat and Cause a Fire
The starter motor may overheat after repeated start attempts because of an electrical overload.
Starter Can Overheat and Ignite a Fire Under Repeated Start Attempts
If the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter to overheat from an electrical overload.
Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse
When the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, part of the rearview camera image can be obscured, or the screen may not turn on.
Brake rotor may separate, causing loss of ABS and braking assist
A welding defect in the integrated brake system's rotor and shaft may allow them to separate during hard braking.
Seat belt sensors may misread belted occupants in crashes
Sensors in the front seat belt buckles may incorrectly detect a belted driver or front passenger as unbelted.
Most common 2020 BMW 840i problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2020 BMW 840I. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle abruptly decelerated and nearly came to a complete stop. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the failure persisted. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the integrated braking system, resulting in a brake seizure. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V062000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotl
My vehicle mileage was about 50,000 miles and well maintained by BMW dealership in my area. I was driving to work when suddenly my vehicle alerted me to a fault on display panel showing a power supply fault. The message said i should stop driving and call roadside assistance. The vehicle was towed to BMW dealership. There were no prior warnings or messages or symptoms in relations to this fault. The dealership confirmed that the water pump failed, and caused the drive belt to dislodge, also caused the alternator to malfunction and eventually damaged the battery. The sudden and unexplainable water pump failure caused a chain of damages that cost me thousands of dollars and posing safety risk
THE NAVIGATION WILL STATE THE PLACE THAT YOU ARE PHYSICALLY LOCATED ACCURATELY. FOR EXAMPLE WHEN I WAS AT BMW IN DELRAY BEACH FL THE NAVIGATION TELLS YOU THAT YOU ARE AT THE LOCATION. WHEN YOU PUT IN THE ADDRESS WHERE THE CAR IS PHYSICALLY LOCATED TO NAVIGATE TO, INSTEAD OF SAYING THAT YOU HAVE REACHED YOUR DESTINATION. THE NAVIGATION WILL TAKE YOU MILES AWAY AND SAY THAT YOU HAVE REACHED YOUR DESTINATION. THIS IS CLEARLY A SAFETY ISSUE AS THIS CAN TAKE YOU INTO A RIVER, BOAT RAMP AND OR PLACE YOU IN A DANGEROUS SITUATION. DELRAY BMW IN FLORIDA TRIED EVERYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT BMW NEEDS TO COME OUT WITH A PATCH. AFTER COMPLAINING TO BMW USA THEY SORT OF BRUSHED ME OFF.
THE LANE KEEPING DRIVING ASSISTANCE/DRIVING ASSISTANCE PRO ON THE 2020 BMW 840I GRAN COUPE PRODUCES A SUDDEN LOUD "BARK" WHEN THE ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LOSES SIGHT OF THE LANE MARKERS. THAT OFTEN HAPPENS IN INTERSECTIONS BUT CAN HAPPEN ANYWHERE WHERE THE LANE MARKERS ARE WORN. I BOUGHT THE CAR ON 2/29/2020 AND IT HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES SINCE THEN AND NOT ONLY ON THE DATE SHOWN. THE SUDDEN LOUD "BARK" IS A DISTRACTION, A NUISANCE AND TOTALLY UNNECESSARY SINCE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ALSO HAS A LARGE DISPLAY SHOWING THE STATUS OF THE DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM AND THE DRIVER IS SUPPOSED TO HAVE THE HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ANYWAY. WHEN DRIVING A CAR, ANY DISTRACTION IS A TRAFFIC SAFETY ISSUE, MORE
2020 BMW 840i questions
Does the 2020 BMW 840i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2020 BMW 840i: Driveshaft Connection May Fail, Causing Power Loss or Rollaway; Starter Motor May Overheat and Cause a Fire; Starter Can Overheat and Ignite a Fire Under Repeated Start Attempts; Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse; Brake rotor may separate, causing loss of ABS and braking assist. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW 840i?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Unknown Or Other (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 BMW 840i 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.