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Bmw 540i

13 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V318000·2015-05-28

    BMW Recalls 2002-2006 Models for Driver Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    BMW is recalling specific 2002-2006 models because moisture can cause the driver's air bag inflator to rupture, potentially sending metal fragments into the cabin during a crash.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 325XI, 325I, 325CI, 330CI
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V525000·2026-08-12

    BMW Vehicles Recalled Due to Potential Loss of Power and Rollaway Risk

    BMW is recalling certain 2021–2026 BMW models because the connection between the driveshaft and rear differential may become damaged, potentially causing a loss of power or vehicle rollaway.

    Product
    BMW — 2022 BMW M550I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V046000·2021-02-03

    BMW Recalls 2020-2021 Models for Driveshaft Breakage Risk

    BMW is recalling specific 2020-2021 530i, 540i, and 740Li vehicles because output shafts may break due to a manufacturing error, potentially causing loss of drive power or rollaway.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 530I, 540I, 740LI
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V243000·2020-04-29

    BMW Recalls 2017-2018 5 Series Vehicles for Head Air Bag Defect

    BMW is recalling 2017-2018 530i, 530e, and 540i vehicles because humidity exposure may impair head air bag deployment, increasing injury risk in crashes.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 540I, 530E, 530I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V015000·2019-01-14

    BMW Recalls 2000-2004 Models for Air Bag Inflator Explosion Risk

    BMW is recalling specific 2000-2004 5 Series and X5 vehicles because the air bag inflator in optional sports steering wheels may explode, posing a serious injury risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X5 SAV, 540I, 525I, 530I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V697000·2024-09-18

    BMW and MINI vehicles brake system failure integrated module welds break

    BMW and MINI are recalling certain 2023–2025 vehicles because welds in the brake control module may break, causing loss of power brake assist, rear brakes, and stability control. This increases crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, MINI, ROLLS-ROYCE 740I, COOPER, X7, SPECTRE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V598000·2021-08-02

    2020 BMW X4 Engine Software Defect Disables Braking Assist

    BMW is recalling multiple 2020-2021 models, including the X4, due to engine management software that may disable braking assist. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 for a free software update.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, TOYOTA 745LE, X4, X3, M340I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V554000·2021-07-21

    2021 BMW X2 Seat Belt Retractor Defect Increases Injury Risk

    BMW is recalling certain 2021 X2 vehicles because the passenger seat belt retractor may deactivate early, failing to comply with federal safety standards. The defective retractor could increase injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    MINI — MINI, BMW, TOYOTA COOPER SE, X1, 530I, 228I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V096000·2021-02-19

    BMW Recalls Multiple 2019-2021 Models for Rearview Camera Software Issues

    BMW is recalling 13,858 vehicles from 2019-2021 model years due to rearview camera software issues that may obscure visibility when reversing. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Product
    BMW — BMW M850I, 540I, 330E, 740I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V761000·2020-12-09

    2021 BMW vehicles recalled for defective 48-Volt battery connections

    BMW is recalling certain 2021 model vehicles due to improper assembly of the 48-Volt battery and starter-generator connection, which can increase electrical resistance and fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the connection if necessary.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X5, 530I, X6, X7
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V598000·2020-09-30

    BMW 2020-2021 Rearview Camera Software Obscures Rear View Image

    BMW is recalling approximately 312 certain 2020-2021 BMW models due to rearview camera software that may slightly obscure the rear view image, potentially increasing crash risk if drivers rely solely on the camera.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 530I, X3, X4, M550I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V684000·2019-09-27

    BMW, Rolls-Royce, and Toyota Recall Vehicles for Backup Camera Software Defect

    BMW, Rolls-Royce, and Toyota are recalling specific 2018-2020 models because backup camera settings may persist, hiding the rear view image and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, ROLLS-ROYCE, TOYOTA X6, 745LE, 530E, 330I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V465000·2018-07-11

    BMW and MINI Recall 5,309 Vehicles for Crankshaft Sensor Defect

    BMW is recalling 5,309 vehicles because a crankshaft sensor firmware error may cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    MINI — MINI, BMW JCW, X2, COUNTRYMAN, CLUBMAN
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations

  • PE13030 Preliminary Evaluation · service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
  • EA12002 Engineering Analysis · electrical system
  • PE11025 Preliminary Evaluation · electrical system
  • EA09019 Engineering Analysis · exterior lighting
  • PE09036 Preliminary Evaluation · exterior lighting
  • DP09002 Defect Petition · exterior lighting:back up lights

Technical service bulletins

374 manufacturer service bulletins across 8 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2024: 4.5/5 · 5 complaints · most complained-of: brakes
  • 2023: 4.9/5
  • 2022: 4.9/5
  • 2021: 4.4/5
  • 2020: 4.5/5

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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