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2021 BMW 540I recalls

Every NHTSA recall campaign that covers the 2021 BMW 540I, newest first.

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6 recalls on record for the 2021 BMW 540I. The most recent was on Aug. 12, 2026. Owners also sent NHTSA 9 complaints (since 1995).

Most often about: back over prevention (2), power train (2), electrical system (1), seat belts (1). A recall applies only to the vehicles in it: check your VIN with BMW or NHTSA to see whether yours is included and still needs the repair.

Owner complaints to NHTSA

9 complaints about the 2021 BMW 540I were sent to NHTSA since 1995; 1 mention a crash.

  • Power Train3recall on record
  • Service Brakes3
  • Electrical System2recall on record
  • Engine1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance1
  • Seat Belts1recall on record

2021 BMW 540I. Consumer writes in regards to multiple defects due to battery management issue. The consumer stated the vehicle has experienced mulitple occasions of failures with the breaking system. The driver had to…

Jan. 28, 2022 · Electrical System
Complaints are owners' own reports to NHTSA; NHTSA has not confirmed them. Many complaints about one part can lead to an investigation or a recall. Read them on NHTSA.

NHTSA investigations

1 on record

An NHTSA investigation is a review of a possible safety defect. Opening one is not a finding that a defect exists; it can close with a recall or without one.

Recent recalls

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Aug. 12, 2026NHTSA · Vehicle

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

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…

Filed by: BMW of North America, LLC · Also listed under BMW

More 2021 BMW 540I recalls

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