BMW I5 Edrive40 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 25, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2024–2025 BMW — 11 models

Recall number

24V714000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 982 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.