Notice names this product. BMW’s BMW 740le Xdrive Iperformance is named in NHTSA recall 26V441000. Your particular item is not yet verified. Compare the identifiers and exclusions in the notice before deciding whether it applies. Agency-reported hazard: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire. Units affected: 29,119. Agency consumer action: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 3, 2026. Another letter will be mailed after the remedy is confirmed. 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 August 28, 2026.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
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A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Company / brand: BMW Of North America
Affected products: BMW 330e Iperformance, BMW 530e Iperformance, BMW 530e Xdrive Iperformance +1 more
Official ID 26V441000 · Official record ↗
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