2021 BMW X5; 2021 BMW 530I; 2021 BMW X6; 2021 BMW X7; 2021 BMW M440I; 2021 BMW M340I; 2021 BMW 540I; 2021 BMW 740LI; 2021 BMW 840I
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
BMW is recalling certain 2021 model year vehicles including the 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. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly may not have been properly assembled, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connection point and increase the risk of fire.
BMW will notify owners about this recall, and dealers will inspect and replace the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly if necessary, at no cost to the owner. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Affected owners should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
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.
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