2024 BMW 840i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2024 BMW 840i has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (1 report).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2024 BMW 840i recalls

Driveshaft Connection May Fail, Causing Power Loss or Rollaway

Recall 26V525Aug 12, 202636,823 vehicles affected

The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential can become damaged.

Starter Motor May Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 25V644Sep 25, 2025145,102 vehicles affected

The starter motor may overheat after repeated start attempts because of an electrical overload.

Most common 2024 BMW 840i problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train1
Wheels1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2026-07-03, Wheels
I leased this car Jan. 2 2025 and have now had multiple cracks on 3 out of 4 wheels on the car which has been repaired and now the right front wheel has been replaced with the tire and in the dealership again needing to replace the rear 2 wheels secondary to cracks with what BMW has told me that the front right tire needs to be replaced again which was recently replaced in april because of a cracked rim and the two rear wheels need to be replaced which I replaced the right rear wheel about 1 year ago. This is now 3 wheels and 3 tires that I have already replaced 2 tires and no impact event just normal commuting freeway driving to work and back home. In 1.5 years I had to now replace 3 wheel
2026-03-23, Engine
While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic failure involving the engine and turbocharger, resulting in an immediate loss of power and the vehicle becoming disabled in an active roadway. The failure occurred without warning and required a response from the San Diego Police Department due to the vehicle being immobilized in traffic. This created a hazardous situation for the driver and surrounding vehicles. The vehicle had approximately 26,000 miles at the time of failure. The vehicle was later inspected by an authorized BMW dealership, which acknowledged the failure but attributed it to a non-OEM oil filter without providing any technical explanation or evidence showing ca

2024 BMW 840i questions

Does the 2024 BMW 840i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2024 BMW 840i: Driveshaft Connection May Fail, Causing Power Loss or Rollaway; Starter Motor May Overheat and Cause a Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW 840i?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2024 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.

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