POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Published August 13, 2026 · Recall initiated: August 12, 2026
What's the hazard
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 resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. 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 October 2, 2026.
Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- 750E XDRIVE
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2024 BMW 750E XDRIVE | 2025 BMW 750E XDRIVE | 2026 BMW 750E XDRIVE | 2025 BMW 840I | 2026 BMW 840I | 2024 BMW 840I XDRIVE | 2025 BMW 840I XDRIVE | 2022 BMW 840I | 2023 BMW 840I | 2024 BMW 840I | 2026 BMW 840I XDRIVE | 2021 BMW 540I | 2022 BMW 540I | 2023 BMW 540I | 2022 BMW 840I XDRIVE | 2023 BMW 840I XDRIVE | 2021 BMW 540I XDRIVE | 2022 BMW 540I XDRIVE | 2023 BMW 540I XDRIVE | 2021 BMW M550I
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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