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Model year 2021 · BMW

2021 BMW 7 Series recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 BMW 7 Series. The most recent was reported on September 25, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: 740I, 740LI, 740XI, 745LE, 750LI, B7 ALPINA, M760I, M760LI.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2021 BMW 7 Series, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
25V644000September 25, 2025Electrical System › Starter Assembly
24V576000August 1, 2024Electrical System › Starter Assembly
21V598000August 2, 2021Engine
21V096000February 19, 2021Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
21V062000February 10, 2021Service Brakes, Hydraulic
21V046000February 3, 2021Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
20V761000December 9, 2020Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery
20V601000September 30, 2020Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery
20V379000June 30, 2020Child Seat › Tether › Connector/Clip

Systems involved: Electrical System (4) · Back Over Prevention (1) · Child Seat (1) · Engine (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Power Train (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V644000

Electrical System › Starter Assembly

Report received by NHTSA
September 25, 2025
Owner notification
February 9, 2026
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
145,102 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740LI

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.

Safety risk

An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V644000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V576000

Electrical System › Starter Assembly

Report received by NHTSA
August 1, 2024
Owner notification
September 27, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
105,588 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740I, 740XI

Components: Electrical System › Starter Assembly; Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (Ecu/ECM) › Software

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V576000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V598000

Engine

Report received by NHTSA
August 2, 2021
Owner notification
September 17, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
50,024 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
745LE

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V598000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V096000

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
February 19, 2021
Owner notification
April 16, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
13,858 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740I, 745LE, 750LI, M760I

Components: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera; Back Over Prevention › Software

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

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

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V096000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V062000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Report received by NHTSA
February 10, 2021
Owner notification
May 25, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
893 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740LI, 745LE, 750LI, M760LI

Components: Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Hydraulic

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.

Safety risk

A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V062000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V046000

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA
February 3, 2021
Owner notification
March 24, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
28 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740LI

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles. The output shafts (left/right) which transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels may break due to a heat treatment error during supplier production.

Safety risk

A broken output shaft can lead to a loss of drive power or a rollaway condition in a parked vehicle (if the parking brake is not engaged), increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the output shaft(s), free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V046000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V761000

Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery

Report received by NHTSA
December 9, 2020
Owner notification
March 30, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
812 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740LI

Defect 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.

Safety risk

Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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 April 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V761000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V601000

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery

Report received by NHTSA
September 30, 2020
Owner notification
November 24, 2020
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4,509 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
745LE

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.

Safety risk

The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

Remedy

BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V601000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V379000

Child Seat › Tether › Connector/Clip

Report received by NHTSA
June 30, 2020
Owner notification
August 20, 2020
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
16 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
740LI, 750LI, B7 ALPINA, M760I

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 740Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive, M760Li xDrive, and Alpina B7 vehicles. The top child seat tether anchor on the rear middle seat may not be readily accessible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, Section 6.1(b) "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Safety risk

A child restraint system placed on the vehicle's rear middle seat without utilizing the three-point safety belt, could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a top tether anchor cover at the rear middle seating position. Until vehicles are remedied, owners will be instructed to utilize the outboard rear seating positions which are equipped with an accessible top tether anchor, or, the middle rear seating position and the vehicle's three-point safety belt. The recall began August 20, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V379000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 26, 2025.