Recall 26V-731: 2026–2027 BMW I5 Edrive40, 2026–2027 BMW I5 M60 Xdrive and 3 more
BMW of North America, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 2026, covering about 286 vehicles.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2027 i7 50xDrive, i7 60xDrive, 2026-2027 i5 xDrive40, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The high voltage battery charging software may be incorrect.
The risk
Software that does not charge the battery properly can lead to electric shock, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will update the high voltage battery charging software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 25, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery Thermal › Management › Software |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V731000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW I5 Edrive40 | 2026, 2027 | All years |
| BMW I5 M60 Xdrive | 2026, 2027 | All years |
| BMW I5 Xdrive40 | 2026, 2027 | All years |
| BMW I7 Xdrive50 | 2027 | All years |
| BMW I7 Xdrive60 | 2027 | 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 26V-731?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2027 i7 50xDrive, i7 60xDrive, 2026-2027 i5 xDrive40, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The high voltage battery charging software may be incorrect.
How is recall 26V-731 fixed?
Dealers will update the high voltage battery charging software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 25, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026.
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.