Recall 26V441000: BMW of North America, LLC, electrical system:starter assembly:relay
Reported 2026-07-08 · vehicle recall · 29,119 units Park outside
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Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Risk
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 3, 2026. Another letter will be mailed after the remedy is confirmed. 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 August 28, 2026.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 330E IPERFORMANCE | 2016 |
| BMW | 330E IPERFORMANCE | 2017 |
| BMW | 330E IPERFORMANCE | 2018 |
| BMW | 530E IPERFORMANCE | 2018 |
| BMW | 530E IPERFORMANCE | 2019 |
| BMW | 530E IPERFORMANCE | 2020 |
| BMW | 530E XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE | 2018 |
| BMW | 530E XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE | 2019 |
| BMW | 530E XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE | 2020 |
| BMW | 740LE XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE | 2017 |
| BMW | 740LE XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE | 2018 |
| BMW | 740LE XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE | 2019 |
| Manufacturer campaign | — |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | not yet dated |
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