Recall 24V-576: 2020 BMW 340xi, 2020–2021 BMW 740i and 8 more
BMW of North America, LLC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 1, 2024, covering about 105,588 vehicles.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
The risk
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) › Software Electrical System › Starter Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V576000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 340xi | 2020 | All years |
| BMW 740i | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| BMW 740xi | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| BMW 840i | 2020 | All years |
| BMW 840i Xdrive | 2020 | All years |
| BMW M340I | 2020 | All years |
| BMW M340XI | 2020 | All years |
| BMW X5 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| BMW X6 | 2020 | All years |
| BMW X7 | 2019, 2020 | All 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 24V-576?
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
How is recall 24V-576 fixed?
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. 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.