2026 BMW M4 Electrical Power Distribution Module Recall (25V643)

Recall 25V643 at a glance

What is wrong with the 2026 BMW M4 in recall 25V643?

The positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 M4 and 430i vehicles. The positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.

Is it safe to drive a 2026 M4 with recall 25V643?

NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash and a fire increases the risk of injury.

NHTSA describes the risk this way: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash and a fire increases the risk of injury.

There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your M4 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the power distribution module and ipdm, have it checked before driving further.

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V643?

Recall 25V643 covers 4 vehicles: 2026 BMW 430I; 2026 BMW M4.

NHTSA lists 4 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.

What is the fix for the M4 electrical power distribution module recall?

Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace cables and power distribution box as necessary, free of charge.

Dealers will inspect and replace cables and power distribution box as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.

When was recall 25V643 announced?

BMW of North America, LLC reported recall 25V643 to NHTSA on September 25, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as November 20, 2025.

This recall was filed 12 months ago. If your M4 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.

How do I check if my M4 is part of recall 25V643?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V643 is open on your M4, it will be listed there.

The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2026 M4 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.

What should M4 owners do about recall 25V643?

Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V643000 applies to your M4.
2. Call a BMW dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
3. Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
4. Write down when symptoms involving the power distribution module and ipdm happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
5. Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
6. If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.

What are M4 owners reporting to NHTSA?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the electrical system.

Too few NHTSA complaints about the electrical system have been filed since recall 25V643 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.

NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 2 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.

• 2026 BMW 430I: 2 complaints in total, 1 about the electrical system
• 2026 BMW M4: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the electrical system

Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):

The contact owns a 2026 BMW 430I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stopped and independently parked. Several warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to two dealers; however, the failure was not duplicated.

2026 BMW 430I owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11750682, filed July 15, 2026

Can recall 25V643 make my M4 a lemon in California?

Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.

Recall 25V643000 does not automatically make your M4 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?

Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2026 BMW M4 back, and the problem shows up again.

A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2026 BMW M4 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.

For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the M4 went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.

An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

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