Recall 26V525000: BMW of North America, LLC, power train:driveline:driveshaft
Reported 2026-08-12 · vehicle recall · 27,720 units
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Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2026 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.
Remedy
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 are expected to be mailed October 2, 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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 540I | 2021 |
| BMW | 540I | 2022 |
| BMW | 540I | 2023 |
| BMW | 540I XDRIVE | 2021 |
| BMW | 540I XDRIVE | 2022 |
| BMW | 540I XDRIVE | 2023 |
| BMW | 750E XDRIVE | 2024 |
| BMW | 750E XDRIVE | 2025 |
| BMW | 750E XDRIVE | 2026 |
| BMW | 840I | 2022 |
| BMW | 840I | 2023 |
| BMW | 840I | 2024 |
| BMW | 840I | 2025 |
| BMW | 840I | 2026 |
| BMW | 840I XDRIVE | 2022 |
| BMW | 840I XDRIVE | 2023 |
| BMW | 840I XDRIVE | 2024 |
| BMW | 840I XDRIVE | 2025 |
| BMW | 840I XDRIVE | 2026 |
| BMW | M550I | 2021 |
| BMW | M550I | 2022 |
| BMW | M550I | 2023 |
| Manufacturer campaign | — |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | not yet dated |
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