Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
840I
Year
2021
Recall Campaign Number
20V761000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery
Effect Of Defect
Increased Electrical Resistance Can Increase The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
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 February 1, 2021. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Service At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
812
Date Owners Notified
20201218
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20201209