Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 21V598000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Report date | Aug 2, 2021 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.
Potential consequence
Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy described by NHTSA
Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
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Additional NHTSA notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What to do next
Use the NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN for the most precise vehicle-specific result, then follow the remedy instructions provided by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. A model-level campaign page cannot confirm whether a particular VIN is affected.
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