NHTSA recall 20V-761 (20V761000)
electrical system recall reported December 9, 2020 - about 812 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V761000
- Also written as
- 20V-761
- Reported
- December 9, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~812
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-761 when calling a dealer.
Affected 9 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.