NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2018–2020 BMW 530E Iperformance and 2 more recall: Engine Starter Positive Battery Connection May Loosen
- Recall number
- 26V695000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 45
- Hazard tags
- Fire
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 530E Iperformance | 2018–2020 |
| BMW | 530E Xdrive Iperformance | 2018–2020 |
| BMW | 740LE Xdrive Iperformance | 2018 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, and 2018-2020 530e xDrive vehicles. The postive battery cable on the engine starter may loosen.
Consequence
A loose positive battery cable can create sparking, increasing the risk of a fire.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 11, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 11, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall 26V441.
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V695000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.