BMW Recalls (2021-2027)

Which BMW models have recalls?

• 228I: 5 recalls
• 228I Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 228I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 230I: 7 recalls
• 3 Series: 1 recall
• 330E: 7 recalls
• 330I: 11 recalls
• 330I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 4 Series: 1 recall
• 430I: 11 recalls
• 430I Convertible: 1 recall
• 430I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 5 Series: 1 recall
• 530E: 2 recalls
• 530I: 15 recalls
• 530I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 540I: 7 recalls
• 540I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 550E: 1 recall
• 550E Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740I: 11 recalls
• 740I Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740LI: 5 recalls
• 740XI: 1 recall
• 745E: 1 recall
• 745LE: 4 recalls
• 750E: 3 recalls
• 750E Xdrive: 6 recalls
• 750LI: 3 recalls
• 760I: 8 recalls
• 760I Xdrive: 3 recalls
• 8 Series: 1 recall
• 840I: 6 recalls
• 840I Xdrive: 1 recall
• Alpina B8: 1 recall
• Alpina XB7: 1 recall
• B7 Alpina: 1 recall
• I4: 11 recalls
• I4 EDRIVE35: 1 recall
• I4 EDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I4 M50: 2 recalls
• I5: 7 recalls
• I5 EDRIVE40: 3 recalls
• I5 M60: 2 recalls
• I5 M60 Xdrive: 3 recalls
• I5 XDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I7: 12 recalls
• I7 EDRIVE50: 3 recalls
• I7 M70: 3 recalls
• I7 M70 Xdrive: 4 recalls
• I7 XDRIVE60: 3 recalls
• IX: 12 recalls
• M2: 3 recalls
• M235I: 2 recalls
• M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• M240I: 4 recalls
• M3: 4 recalls
• M340I: 7 recalls
• M4: 3 recalls
• M440I: 7 recalls
• M5: 3 recalls
• M5 Sportswagon: 1 recall
• M550I: 3 recalls
• M760I: 2 recalls
• M760LI: 1 recall
• M8: 3 recalls
• M850I: 3 recalls
• X1: 11 recalls
• X2: 6 recalls
• X3: 24 recalls
• X4: 14 recalls
• X5: 27 recalls
• X5 Hybrid: 1 recall
• X5 Plug-IN Hybrid: 2 recalls
• X6: 17 recalls
• X7: 22 recalls
• XB7: 1 recall
• XM: 9 recalls
• Z4: 7 recalls

What parts are recalled most on BMW vehicles?

What are the newest BMW recalls?

• 2022-2026 BMW 840I Driveshaft Recall (26V525) Repeat recall
  August 12, 2026 · 27,720 vehicles · Transmission

  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.

  Fix: 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.

• 2024-2026 BMW X3 Steering Arm Recall (26V524)
  August 12, 2026 · 13 vehicles · Steering

  The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.

  Risk: An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 MINI Cooper S Brake Control Module Recall (26V422) Repeat recall
  July 1, 2026 · 428 vehicles · Brakes

  The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 BMW M5 Wiring Recall (26V096)
  February 19, 2026 · 58,713 vehicles · Electrical System

  The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.

  Risk: A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW 228I Gran Coupe Lighting Recall (26V064)
  February 4, 2026 · 202 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  These vehicles are equipped with rear lights that may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and assoc.

  Risk: A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly, increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear lights, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Toyota Supra Starter Assembly Recall (26V056) Repeat recall
  January 30, 2026 · 87,394 vehicles · Electrical System

  Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.

  Risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 Battery Cable Recall (25V906)
  December 23, 2025 · 1 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.

  Risk: A loose positive battery cable connection could lead to the vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose battery cable can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: A dealer will check the positive battery cable connection and, if necessary, repair it, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 BMW X3 Steering Power Assist System Recall (25V857)
  December 11, 2025 · 36,922 vehicles · Steering

  While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.

  Risk: Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.

  Fix: The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer.

• 2026 BMW X6 Air Bag Fastener Recall (25V837)
  December 4, 2025 · 25 vehicles · Air Bags

  The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X1 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V717)
  October 21, 2025 · 1,024 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

  Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X4 Windshield Fastener Recall (25V671)
  October 8, 2025 · 3 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may not be sealed properly, allowing water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.

  Risk: Water inside electrical components can cause a loss of headlights or door closing functions, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect, reseal the windshield, and replace the vehicle control unit and wiring, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 BMW 840I Starter Assembly Recall (25V644) Repeat recall
  September 25, 2025 · 145,102 vehicles · Electrical System

  After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.

  Risk: An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW M4 Electrical Power Distribution Module Recall (25V643)
  September 25, 2025 · 4 vehicles · Electrical System

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

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash and a fire increases the risk of injury.

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

• 2021 BMW 330I Electrical Relay Recall (25V636) Park outside
  September 23, 2025 · 199,674 vehicles · Electrical System

  The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

  Risk: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete.

• 2025-2026 BMW X1 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V616)
  September 17, 2025 · 1,571 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.

  Risk: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X5 Windshield Fastener Recall (25V556)
  August 27, 2025 · 1,406 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.

  Risk: Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal.

• 2022-2024 BMW I4 Electrical Controller Software Recall (25V395)
  July 23, 2025 · 71,286 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.

  Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.

• 2022-2025 BMW IX High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V470) Repeat recall
  July 16, 2025 · 136 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.

  Risk: Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Brake Disc Recall (25V247)
  April 16, 2025 · 26 vehicles · Brakes

  The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.

  Risk: Damaged front brakes may not function properly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake discs and brake pads, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW 330I Starter Assembly Recall (25V202)
  April 1, 2025 · 4,557 vehicles · Electrical System

  The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.

  Risk: A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Stability Control Recall (25V154)
  March 12, 2025 · 192 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.

  Risk: A loss of rear brake function increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Battery Cable Recall (25V109)
  February 21, 2025 · 114 vehicles · Electrical System

  The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.

  Risk: An overheated battery cable connection can cause an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an overheated battery cable increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator, or replace the positive battery cable and starter-generator if necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2024 BMW X3 Door Lock Recall (25V106)
  February 20, 2025 · 40,736 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

  Risk: Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Wheel Bearing Recall (24V909)
  December 5, 2024 · 2 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.

  Risk: A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front left-side swivel bearing, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X4 Roof Recall (24V910)
  December 5, 2024 · 130 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The inner-left roof frame near the head air bag may have a crack that can damage the head air bag during deployment.

  Risk: An air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, repair the inner-left roof frame, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW 530I Air Bag Control Module Recall (24V870)
  November 19, 2024 · 3 vehicles · Air Bags

  The air bag control unit may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in the air bags not deploying as intended.

  Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Curtain Air Bag Recall (24V856)
  November 12, 2024 · 2 vehicles · Air Bags

  The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.

  Risk: An incorrectly assembled air bag can result in delayed activation or improper deployment of the head curtain air bag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side head curtain air bag, if necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X1 Roof Recall (24V829)
  November 4, 2024 · 3,312 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The left and right-side B-Pillar reinforcement plates may have been manufactured with insufficient structural strength.

  Risk: A B-Pillar structure with reduced strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the left-side and right-side B-Pillar and, if affected, replace the B-Pillar, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Air Bag Recall (24V772)
  October 17, 2024 · 7 vehicles · Air Bags

  The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.

  Risk: A damaged air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 BMW X3 Body Recall (24V764) Repeat recall
  October 15, 2024 · 8,725 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

  Risk: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge.

• 2023 BMW X1 Brake Control Module Recall (24V739) Repeat recall
  October 2, 2024 · 11,579 vehicles · Brakes

  Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 BMW 530I Xdrive Steering Arm Recall (24V714)
  September 25, 2024 · 982 vehicles · Steering

  The steering spindle may break requiring a greater steering effort to control the vehicle.

  Risk: A sudden increase in required steering effort increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the steering spindle's double universal joint, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 BMW 228I Body Panel Recall (24V711)
  September 25, 2024 · 7 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The bolts that connect the front body structure to the vehicle chassis may not have been tightened properly.

  Risk: A loose front body structure may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, tighten the front structure bolts, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 BMW X1 Stability Control Control Module Recall (24V697)
  September 18, 2024 · 309 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function.

  Risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW I4 Frame Recall (24V611)
  August 15, 2024 · 1,150 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The left-side longitudinal beam may crack, compromising the structural integrity of the chassis.

  Risk: Reduced structural integrity may result in damage to the high voltage battery during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side longitudinal beam as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 740I Engine Control Module Software Recall (24V576)
  August 1, 2024 · 105,588 vehicles · Engine

  Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.

  Risk: A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 BMW X3 Body Recall (24V534)
  July 17, 2024 · 282,387 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

  Risk: Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW XM Front Seat Belt Recall (24V345)
  May 15, 2024 · 3,256 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt system may inaccurately detect that passengers are belted, preventing the seat belt warning light from illuminating and possibly causing the supplemental restraint system to not deploy as intended during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

  Risk: A seat belt warning light that does not alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt or an SRS system that deploys improperly can both increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat lower seat belts as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 BMW X5 Label Recall (24V327)
  May 10, 2024 · 703 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The tire information placard may indicate an incorrect tire size and tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

  Risk: Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW I4 High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V135) Repeat recall
  February 23, 2024 · 4 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.

  Risk: An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge.

Can a BMW recall make your car a lemon in California?

Owners of a BMW often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

15 of the 108 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 20 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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