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2025 BMW 540I Xdrive recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2025 BMW 540I Xdrive. The most recent was reported on July 1, 2026.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
July 1, 202626V-422Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, electric, control module428
November 19, 202424V-870Air bags: air bag/restraint control module3
September 25, 202424V-714Steering: linkages, knuckle, spindle, arm982

Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, electric, control module

July 1, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 26V-422

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Air bags: air bag/restraint control module

November 19, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 24V-870

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 530i and 540i xDrive vehicles. The air bag control unit may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in the air bags not deploying as intended.

Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Steering: linkages, knuckle, spindle, arm

September 25, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 24V-714

What is wrong: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive, 2024-2025 i5 eDrive40, i5 M60 xDrive, 2025 i5 xDrive40, 2024 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, 750e xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, and i7 M70 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may break requiring a greater steering effort to control the vehicle.

Risk: A sudden increase in required steering effort increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the steering spindle's double universal joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.

Other model years of the BMW 540I Xdrive

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 BMW 540I Xdrive have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2025 BMW 540I Xdrive, the most recent reported on July 1, 2026. 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 2025 BMW 540I Xdrive?

Service brakes, hydraulic (1), Air bags (1), Steering (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.