BMW product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 8, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2018 BMW 540d

Recall number

24V588000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 15 units

Why it was recalled

An EGR valve with smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold increases the risk of an engine fire.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 540d xDrive vehicles that were previously repaired under recall number 22V-614. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the EGR module and the intake manifold as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.