BMW of North America, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2020
Updated on March 31, 2026.
There were 36 safety recalls made by BMW of North America, LLC in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 9, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
48V Battery Connection Misassembled
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.
NHTSA ID: 20V761000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 812
Consequence Summary:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.75
November 12, 2020
(Campaign #: Toyota: 20TB16)
Fuel Tank Weld May Fail
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Z4 and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. The weld between the fuel tank halves may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
NHTSA ID: 20V700000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 49
Consequence Summary:
The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.67
November 4, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Front Axle/Right Control Arm Not Welded Properly
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.
NHTSA ID: 20V678000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 83
Consequence Summary:
If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 29, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Injector Installed Without Damping Component
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 M2 Coupe and 2020 M4 Coupe vehicles. Fuel injectors may have been installed without a damping component which is used to reduce vibration. If a damping component is not present, vibration will increase at the connection between the fuel line and the fuel rail, which over time, can result in damage at the connection.
NHTSA ID: 20V666000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 21
Consequence Summary:
A damaged connection between the fuel line and the fuel rail could lead to a fuel leak and, in the presence of an ignition source, increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel injectors and if a damping component is missing, the injectors and the fuel rail will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 30, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Debris in Hybrid Battery may Cause Fire
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
NHTSA ID: 20V601000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 4,509
Consequence Summary:
The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.96
September 30, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rearview Camera Image Obscured/FMVSS 111
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
NHTSA ID: 20V598000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 312
Consequence Summary:
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 1, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Headlights Contain Non-conforming Lens/FMVSS 108
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V528000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 307
Consequence Summary:
Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 27, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect Tire Information Label/FMVSS110
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain X7 xDrive40i and M50i vehicles. The tire information labels may contain tire size and cold tire inflation pressure information that does not match the specific tires that were installed on these vehicles. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 20V514000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 397
Consequence Summary:
The vehicle operator may be confused by the tire information on the label and this could lead to the installation of an inappropriate size tire and/or inflation pressure, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.74
August 27, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Horizontal Headlamp Adjustment Possible/FMVSS 108
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The headlamps are able to be adjusted horizontally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V516000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 4,265
Consequence Summary:
Should the headlamps be adjusted horizontally, there could be increased glare and reduced visibility for oncoming drivers, or reduced visibility for the vehicle operator, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp vertical and horizontal adjustment plugs, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. BMW owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.99
August 20, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Tire Pressure Label Not Affixed Properly/FMVSS 120
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
NHTSA ID: 20V495000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 447
Consequence Summary:
If the label detaches from the motorcycle, proper tire pressure information may not be readily available. This could result in the rider improperly filling the tires which may affect motorcycle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.96
August 18, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Hybrid Battery May Short-Circuit
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
NHTSA ID: 20V490000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 713
Consequence Summary:
A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 14, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Spoiler May Detach
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be appropriately bonded to its mounting plate.
NHTSA ID: 20V484000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 43
Consequence Summary:
The rear spoiler on the roof may become loose, detach while driving, and could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash, or injury to persons near the roadway.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear spoiler on the affected vehicles and replace them , if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.67
August 14, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Inner Layer of Tire may Fail
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X6 (sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i) and X5 (sDrive40i, xDrive40i and M50i) vehicles equipped with certain Pirelli tires. The tires may have a damaged inner layer, possibly resulting in a rapid loss of pressure while the vehicle is moving.
NHTSA ID: 20V483000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 42
Consequence Summary:
A rapid loss of tire pressure while the vehicle is moving can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW has notified all of the affected owners, and dealers will replace the defective tires, free of charge. BMW has contacted owners by telephone and those owners have had their cars remedied. Owner notification letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 13, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Front Brake Calipers May Leak/FMVSS 122
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R 1250 GS, GS Adventure and R 1250 RT, 2020 S 1000 RR and S 1000 XR motorcycles. The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 20V476000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 9,392
Consequence Summary:
Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.3
August 10, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Pump Flange may Leak
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
NHTSA ID: 20V471000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 16,926
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 58.36
August 7, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Extra Bolt Incorrectly Attached to Starter Motor
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.
NHTSA ID: 20V465000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 21
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 29, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rearview Camera Software Not Installed/FMVSS 111
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
NHTSA ID: 20V443000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
An inoperative rearview camera display can increase the risk of a crash when reversing.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will program the affected vehicles with rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. All vehicles have been remedied as of November 9, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 28, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loose Steering Column Shaft Bearing Plate
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles and 2020 X6M vehicles. The steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosen.
NHTSA ID: 20V434000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column shaft bearing plate and properly attach or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. BMW telephoned owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied. No owner notification letter is necessary. Please contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 30, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Inaccessible Child Seat Tether Anchor/FMVSS 225
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 740Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive, M760Li xDrive, and Alpina B7 vehicles. The top child seat tether anchor on the rear middle seat may not be readily accessible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, Section 6.1(b) "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
NHTSA ID: 20V379000
Component: CHILD SEAT
# of Units Affected: 16
Consequence Summary:
A child restraint system placed on the vehicle's rear middle seat without utilizing the three-point safety belt, could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a top tether anchor cover at the rear middle seating position. Until vehicles are remedied, owners will be instructed to utilize the outboard rear seating positions which are equipped with an accessible top tether anchor, or, the middle rear seating position and the vehicle's three-point safety belt. The recall began August 20, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 15, 2020
(Campaign #: Toyota: 20TA09)
Steering Gear Tie Rods May Become Damaged
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.
NHTSA ID: 20V355000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 2,779
Consequence Summary:
A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.28
May 20, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Air Bags May Not Deploy in Rollover
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4 Door (Cooper and Cooper S) vehicles. Due to a problem with the rollover sensor within the air bag control unit, in the event of a rollover crash, the head air bag, seat belt pretensioners and other safety systems, may not activate.
NHTSA ID: 20V283000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 76
Consequence Summary:
If the safety systems do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it may increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 29, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Head Air Bag Inflator Humidity Exceeds Specs
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i and 540i xDrive and 2017-2018 530e xDrive vehicles. Prior exposure to excessive levels of humidity within the driver and passenger head air bag inflators may affect the proper deployment of the head air bags.
NHTSA ID: 20V243000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 33
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the head air bag may be impaired and/or the igniter could separate from the inflator, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right head air bag, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.88
March 26, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Constant-Velocity Joint May Become Damaged
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2016 328d xDrive sedans and 2013-2015 328d xDrive station wagon vehicles. The constant-velocity joint which transfers power between the transfer case and the rear drive shaft, may become damaged, possibly resulting in loss of power to the rear wheels.
NHTSA ID: 20V185000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 8,536
Consequence Summary:
A loss of power to the rear wheels can affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the vehicle is parked after a loss of power to the rear wheels and the parking brake is not engaged, unintended rollaway can occur, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.45
March 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Seat Belt Sensors May Not Detect Belted Condition
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, X4M, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, M8 Gran Coupe, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and 840i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
NHTSA ID: 20V164000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3,316
Consequence Summary:
If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.88
March 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Brake Fluid Cap Missing Information/FMVSS 122
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Motorcycle Accessory Brake Fluid Reservoir Covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 BMW R 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 BMW Rnine T motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these caps fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 20E013000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 49
Consequence Summary:
Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 14, 2020. Parts will be available in mid-September 2020 for the recall repairs. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Brake Fluid Cap Missing Information/FMVSS 122
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 20V166000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 365
Consequence Summary:
Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.44
March 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Final Drive Pivot Pin may Come Loose
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 R1250GS and R1250RT motorcycles. The pivot pin that connects the final drive to the swing arm may be damaged, causing the connection between the final drive and swing arm to loosen.
NHTSA ID: 20V165000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4
Consequence Summary:
A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the pivot pin, free of charge. The motorcycles are not with owners at this time. The recall began April 28, 2020. Please contact BMW customer service number 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 18, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Improperly Tightened Instrument Panel Casing
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i, and 2018-2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3M vehicles. The instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.
NHTSA ID: 20V152000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 15
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag could damage the instrument panel and cause small pieces of the panel to strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel casing, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 12, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Brake Lights Flash During Braking/FMVSS 108
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 F900R, F900XR, S1000RR, F750GS, F850GS, F850GS Adventure, R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, R1250RS, R1250R, RnineT, RnineT Pure and RnineT Scrambler and 2019-2020 S1000R motorcycles. The brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V146000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 4,026
Consequence Summary:
A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owner, and dealers will reprogram the emergency stop signal function, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.58
February 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Spoiler May Detach
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X6 xDrive50i vehicles. The rear spoiler may detach.
NHTSA ID: 20V095000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 550
Consequence Summary:
If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.64
February 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Third Brake Light May Loosen and Detach
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 20V094000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 2,728
Consequence Summary:
If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.6
February 13, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Throttle Cable May Stick
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 C400X scooters. Water may collect in the throttle cable, which can freeze in cold temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle.
NHTSA ID: 20V083000
Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
# of Units Affected: 416
Consequence Summary:
If the throttle sticks open, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will replace the throttle cable with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.11
January 30, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Inadequate Rear Reflex Reflectors/FMVSS 108
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect an adequate amount of light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V052000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 683
Consequence Summary:
An inadequate amount of reflected light will decrease the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.9
January 15, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 20V017000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 59,965
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.21
January 15, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Passenger frontal Air Bag Inflators May Explode
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators and PSPI passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 20V018000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 292,948
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 42.41
January 15, 2020
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Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2012 X5 xDrive35d, 2008-2012 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2007-2012 X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSPI-2) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 20V016000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 4,007
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until this remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 65.41
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