Bmw recall — Relay
NHTSA · July 8, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V441000 (Bmw), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 29,119.
- Component: Relay.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Source ID
- 26V441000
Defect
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.
Consequence
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective action
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 28, 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 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 |
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