Recall 20V761000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Report Date
20201209
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2021 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

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.