NHTSA Recall 20V761000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V761000; Date: Dec. 9, 2020
increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 BMW 530I; 2021 BMW 540I; 2021 BMW 740LI; 2021 BMW 840I; 2021 BMW M340i; 2021 BMW M440i; 2021 BMW X5; 2021 BMW X6; 2021 BMW X7
Component: Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 812
Recall Summary:
bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2021 m340i xdrive, m440i xdrive coupe, 530i, 530i xdrive, 540i, 540i xdrive, 740li, 740li xdrive, 840i gran coupe, 840i xdrive gran coupe, x5 sdrive40i, x5 xdrive40i, x6 sdrive40i, x6 xdrive40i, and x7 xdrive40i vehicles. the connection between the 48-volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
How to Fix:
bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 1, 2021. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall 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.
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