BMW 540I

This model has recorded recalls in US but none on file for CA, AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, deployment of the head air bag may be impaired and/or the igniter could separate from the inflator, increasing the risk of injury.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS

    The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    ENGINEUS

    Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS

    If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTUS

    A broken output shaft can lead to a loss of drive power or a rollaway condition in a parked vehicle (if the parking brake is not engaged), increasing the risk of a crash.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWAREUS

    If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    SEAT BELTSUS

    During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYUS

    Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTUS

    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.

  • BMW 540Idate unknown
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULEUS

    A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Canada

No recorded recalls for this model in Canada.

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.