2019-2021 BMW 340XI, BMW 740I and others recall: software
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on August 1, 2024. It covers about 105,588 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 105,588
- reported
- Aug 1, 2024
- owners notified
- Sep 27, 2024
- related complaints
- 193
Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ECM): software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 24V576000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 193 complaints about engine problems.
2020 BMW 340XI2020 BMW 740I2021 BMW 740I2020 BMW 740XI2021 BMW 740XI2020 BMW 840I2020 BMW 840i Xdrive2020 BMW M340I2020 BMW M340XI2019 BMW X52020 BMW X52020 BMW X6
Questions about recall 24V576000
Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 BMW 340XI, BMW 740I and others software?
Yes. Recall 24V576000, reported on August 1, 2024, covers about 105,588 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 24V576000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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