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2019 BMW 440i

3 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #18V465000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The crankshaft sensor in your vehicle is a critical component that helps your engine run smoothly. In some 2018-2019 models, including your BMW, the sensor might have been installed with the wrong software, which can cause it to misread the engine's signals.
Risk if Unfixed
If the crankshaft sensor fails, your engine could stall unexpectedly while you're driving, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty crankshaft sensor with a new one, free of charge. This repair is complimentary, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #19V352000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The knee air bag in your vehicle is a safety feature that deploys to cushion your legs in case of a crash. In some 2019-2020 BMW models, the air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy properly, it could fail to protect you in a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury to your legs or lower body.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty knee air bag module with a new one, free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you can schedule it at your convenience.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #18V533000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The front passenger air bag in your vehicle is a safety feature that helps protect you in case of a crash. In some 2019 BMW models, the air bag's inflator might not work correctly, which could affect how it deploys.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy properly in a crash, you're at a higher risk of getting hurt. This is a serious safety concern that you should address right away.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will swap out the faulty air bag module with a new one, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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AIR BAGS
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall

Other BMW 440i Years

2020
1 recall
2018
1 recall
2017
2 recalls

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