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2023 BMW 840I recalls (3)

3 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2023 BMW 840I. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.

3recalls
0owner complaints
16+service bulletins
0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2023 BMW 840I. Check your 840I by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2023 BMW 840I recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

  • Power Train · NHTSA 26V525000

    Aug 12, 2026Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
    Problem
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2026 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.
    Risk
    An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
    Fix
    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 were mailed October 8, 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.
    Full recall details for 26V525000 →

  • Electrical System · NHTSA 25V644000

    Sep 25, 2025Electrical System:Starter Assembly
    Problem
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
    Risk
    An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Fix
    Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.
    Full recall details for 25V644000 →

  • Visibility · NHTSA 23V099000

    Feb 17, 2023Visibility:Power Window Devices and Controls
    Problem
    BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
    Risk
    Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
    Fix
    Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. In addition, the digital key function via cellular service and Wi-Fi capability will be deactivated until the vehicle is updated with new software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Full recall details for 23V099000 →

2023 BMW 840I complaints and service bulletins

BMW has issued at least 16 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Service bulletins by component

  • Electrical System (5)
  • Structure (4)
  • Equipment (3)
  • Power Train (2)
  • Seats (2)
  • Steering (2)

Read BMW 840I owner complaints and bulletins, every year

Check your 840I by VIN

Not every 2023 BMW 840I is in every recall. Enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact vehicle, then confirm which are still open at NHTSA.gov or with any BMW dealer.

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