CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
What this recall means for you
The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential can become damaged. This may cause a sudden loss of power to the rear wheels, or the vehicle may roll away if the parking brake is not applied.
An unexpected loss of drive power raises the risk of a crash. A damaged driveshaft that lets the vehicle roll away when the parking brake is not set also raises the risk of a crash or injury.
The repair is free at an authorized BMW dealer. The dealer will inspect the driveshaft-to-rear differential connection and either apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as needed. Owners may also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and can check their VIN for open recalls on NHTSA.gov.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 540i | 202120222023 |
|---|---|
| BMW 540i xDrive | 202120222023 |
| BMW 750e xDrive | 202420252026 |
| BMW 840i | 2020202120222023202420252026 |
| BMW 840i xDrive | 2020202120222023202420252026 |
| BMW M550I | 202120222023 |