Vehicle safety recalls · NHTSA
2026 BMW 840I recalls (1)
1 NHTSA safety recall covers the 2026 BMW 840I. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.
1recalls
0owner complaints
0service bulletins
0do-not-drive / park-outside
Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2026 BMW 840I. Check your 840I by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
Every 2026 BMW 840I recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Power Train · NHTSA 26V525000
- 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.
Check your 840I by VIN
Not every 2026 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.