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2020 BMW 3 Series BACK OVER PREVENTION Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

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BACK OVER PREVENTION Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #21V096000 Plain English
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BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rearview camera in your vehicle helps you see what's behind you when you're reversing. In some 2019-2021 BMW models, a small part of the camera image might not show up or the screen might not illuminate when you shift into Reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely only on the rearview camera and it's not working properly, you could miss something behind you, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the camera software and update it if needed, all at no cost to you. They'll do this after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Standard NHTSA Filing #19V684000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The back-up camera system in your vehicle helps you see what's behind you when you're reversing. But in some 2018-2020 BMW models, the camera settings can be adjusted incorrectly, and the system will keep that setting, even if you try to fix it.
Risk if Unfixed
If the back-up camera display is turned off or showing nothing, you could fail to see objects or people behind your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash while reversing.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the back-up camera software to ensure it works correctly, and this repair is free – no cost to you. You'll receive a notification when the update is available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other BMW 3 Series 2020 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
3 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 recalls
ENGINE
2 recalls
SEATS
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2019
9 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
11 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
8 recalls
2002
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2020 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA recall for the 2020 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #21V096000)

The rearview camera in your vehicle helps you see what's behind you when you're reversing. In some 2019-2021 BMW models, a small part of the camera image might not show up or the screen might not illuminate when you shift into Reverse. If you rely only on the rearview camera and it's not working properly, you could miss something behind you, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Your BMW dealer will check the camera software and update it if needed, all at no cost to you. They'll do this after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA recall for the 2020 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #19V684000)

The back-up camera system in your vehicle helps you see what's behind you when you're reversing. But in some 2018-2020 BMW models, the camera settings can be adjusted incorrectly, and the system will keep that setting, even if you try to fix it. If the back-up camera display is turned off or showing nothing, you could fail to see objects or people behind your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash while reversing. Your BMW dealer will update the back-up camera software to ensure it works correctly, and this repair is free – no cost to you. You'll receive a notification when the update is available, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.