2020 Bmw 530i | 2021 Bmw 530i | 2020 Bmw 540i | 2021 Bmw 540i | 2021 Bmw 740li — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published February 4, 2021 · Recall initiated: February 3, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V046000, published February 4, 2021 and initiated February 3, 2021. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2020 Bmw 530i | 2021 Bmw 530i | 2020 Bmw 540i | 2021 Bmw 540i | 2021 Bmw 740li — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles. The output shafts (left/right) which transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels may break due to a heat treatment error during supplier production.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the output shaft(s), free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- 530I
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2020 BMW 530I | 2021 BMW 530I | 2020 BMW 540I | 2021 BMW 540I | 2021 BMW 740LI
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Bmw 530i | 2021 Bmw 530i | 2020 Bmw 540i | 2021 Bmw 540i | 2021 Bmw 740li — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V046000 on February 4, 2021. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles. The output shafts (left/right) which transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels may break due to a heat treatment error during supplier production.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the output shaft(s), free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: 530I.