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Recall 20V-598: 2020–2021 BMW 530i, 2020–2021 BMW 540i and 5 more

BMW of North America, LLC recall for back over prevention, reported to NHTSA on Sep 30, 2020, covering about 312 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-598
Report date
Sep 30, 2020
Vehicles affected
312
Owners notified
Nov 18, 2020

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

The risk

If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. 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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentBack Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V598000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
BMW 530i2020, 2021All years
BMW 540i2020, 2021All years
BMW 550e2020, 2021All years
BMW M52020, 2021All years
BMW M550I2020, 2021All years
BMW X32020, 2021All years
BMW X42020, 2021All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 20V-598?

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

How is recall 20V-598 fixed?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.