2021 BMW 540I RECALL - #20V761000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2021 BMW 540I |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
12/10/2020 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
3/30/2021 |
| # Affected |
812 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| See also |
2021 BMW 540I Recall for BACK OVER PREVENTION, SENSING SYSTEM, CAMERA
2021 BMW 540I Recall for POWER TRAIN, DRIVELINE, DRIVESHAFT
2021 BMW 540I Recall for BACK OVER PREVENTION, SENSING SYSTEM, CAMERA
2021 BMW 540I Recall for BACK OVER PREVENTION, SOFTWARE
2021 BMW 540I Recall for SEAT BELTS
2021 BMW 540I Recall for SEAT BELTS
2021 BMW 540I Recall for SEAT BELTS
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