RecallWatchUSA

Home / Recalls / Vehicles

BMW 2016–2020 Electrical System recall

Recalled July 8, 2026 · NHTSA recall 26V441000 · BMW

Hazard
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire. · NHTSA advisory: Park Outside
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.
Units
29,119 units

Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

What to do

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.

Product
BMW 330E IPERFORMANCE · BMW 530E IPERFORMANCE · BMW 530E XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE · BMW 740LE XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE
Manufacturer(s)
BMW of North America, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →

BMW 2016–2020 Electrical System recall | RecallWatchUSA