Recall 21V598000: 2020 BMW 540I, 2020–2021 BMW 745LE, 2020 BMW M340I +4 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 2, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 50,024
- Models
- 7
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2020 BMW 540I
- 2020 BMW 745LE
- 2021 BMW 745LE
- 2020 BMW M340I
- 2020 BMW X3
- 2020 BMW X4
- 2021 BMW X4
- 2019 BMW Z4
- 2020 BMW Z4
- 2021 BMW Z4
- 2020 Toyota Supra
- 2021 Toyota Supra
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V598000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Sep 17, 2021
- Components
- Engine (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology