2019 BMW 440I recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 BMW 440I. The most recent was reported on May 9, 2019.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
May 9, 2019	19V-352	Air bags: knee bolster	5,079
August 15, 2018	18V-533	Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module	3
July 11, 2018	18V-465	Engine and engine cooling: engine	5,309

Recall details

Air bags: knee bolster

May 9, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 19V-352

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.

Risk: An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.

The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

August 15, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 18V-533

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.

The fix: All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.

Engine and engine cooling: engine

July 11, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 18V-465

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Other model years of the BMW 440I

2020 (1)2018 (1)2017 (2)

All BMW 440I recalls · All BMW recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 BMW 440I have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 BMW 440I, the most recent reported on May 9, 2019. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2019 BMW 440I?

Air bags (2), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 3 of the 3 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.