CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
- Risk
- Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The connection between the 48-volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly. This can increase electrical resistance at the connections, which increases the risk of a fire.
BMW will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-volt battery and the starter-generator assembly and replace it if necessary. The inspection and any needed replacement are free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 530i | 2021 |
|---|---|
| BMW 540i | 2021 |
| BMW 740LI | 2021 |
| BMW 840i | 2021 |
| BMW M340I | 2021 |
| BMW M440I | 2021 |
| BMW X5 | 2021 |
| BMW X6 | 2021 |
| BMW X7 | 2021 |