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HighNHTSA·25V906000·Announced 2026-11-12

2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 Positive Battery Cable Connection May Loosen

BMW is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle because the positive battery cable connection to the rear power distributor may become loose, risking stalling and fire.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a genuine defect that could cause vehicle stalling or fire risk, meeting the rubric criterion of 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.' Although no injuries have been documented, the potential consequences are serious.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.

A loose positive battery cable connection creates two main hazards. The vehicle could stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loose battery cable can overheat, creating a fire risk.

BMW will contact affected owners beginning February 13, 2026. A dealer will inspect the positive battery cable connection and repair it free of charge if necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Affected Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.

The recalled product

Product
2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electrical System
Hazard
  • fire
  • stalling
  • crash-risk
  • loose-cable-connection
Affected units
1

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • I4 EDRIVE40

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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