BMW recall 26V731000 - Software

NHTSA · November 4, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V731000 (Bmw), reported November 4, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 286.
• Component: Software.
• Details as of November 13, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

November 4, 2026

Recalling firm

BMW of North America, LLC

Source ID

26V731000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 395 recall campaigns from BMW of North America, LLC since 2010, 16 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 286 vehicles, it is smaller than 58% of the 791 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2027 i7 50xDrive, i7 60xDrive, 2026-2027 i5 xDrive40, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The high voltage battery charging software may be incorrect.

Consequence

Software that does not charge the battery properly can lead to electric shock, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective action

Dealers will update the high voltage battery charging software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 25, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026.

Affected vehicles

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