BMW 540I, 540I Xdrive, 750E Xdrive and others: Driveshaft

Date

Aug. 12, 2026

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW 540I (2021, 2022, 2023); BMW 540I Xdrive (2021, 2022, 2023); BMW 750E Xdrive (2024, 2025, 2026); BMW 840I (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026); BMW 840I Xdrive (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026); BMW M550I (2021, 2022, 2023)

Component

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Description of the defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.

Potentially affected

27720

What can happen

An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

26V525000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.