Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 26V441000

Electrical system: starter assembly: relay

BMW of North America, LLC filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2026-07-08.

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V441000

Electrical system: starter assembly: relay

Component
Electrical system: starter assembly: relay
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
29,119
Reported to NHTSA
2026-07-08

Defect 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.

Safety risk

A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer 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. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 3, 2026. Another letter will be mailed after the remedy is confirmed. 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.

Scope of coverage

12 model years across 4 models.

ModelYears on record
BMW 330E Iperformance2018 2017 2016
BMW 530E Iperformance2020 2019 2018
BMW 530E Xdrive Iperformance2020 2019 2018
BMW 740LE Xdrive Iperformance2019 2018 2017

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.