Recall 21V046000
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles. The output shafts (left/right) which transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels may break due to a heat treatment error during supplier production.
Safety Consequence
A broken output shaft can lead to a loss of drive power or a rollaway condition in a parked vehicle (if the parking brake is not engaged), increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the output shaft(s), free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | BMW | 530I |
| 2020 | BMW | 540I |
| 2021 | BMW | 530I |
| 2021 | BMW | 540I |
| 2021 | BMW | 740LI |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.