BMW 540I 2020: ENGINE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V598000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 540I | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-09-17 | 2021-08-02 | 2021-08-03 |
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: ENGINE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 50024
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking "without assist" remains available.
Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
