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2021 BMW 8 Series ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Moderate

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #25V644000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn on. In certain BMW models, repeated attempts to start the engine can cause the starter motor to overheat and potentially catch fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could ignite nearby flammable materials in the engine compartment, which could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the starter assembly with a new one, free of charge. Make sure to schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2025 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 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.
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Moderate #20V761000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The 48-Volt battery in your vehicle is what powers the starter-generator, a system that helps your car start and recover energy. In certain 2021 models, the connection between the battery and the starter-generator might not be properly assembled.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection isn't secure, it could increase the risk of a fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially put you in danger.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator, and replace it if needed – all for free.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 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 →

Other BMW 8 Series 2021 Recalls

POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other BMW 8 Series Years

2026
1 recall
2025
2 recalls
2024
2 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
2 recalls
2020
7 recalls
2019
3 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2021 BMW 8 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 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2021 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #25V644000)

The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn on. In certain BMW models, repeated attempts to start the engine can cause the starter motor to overheat and potentially catch fire. If the starter motor overheats, it could ignite nearby flammable materials in the engine compartment, which could cause a fire. Your BMW dealer will replace the starter assembly with a new one, free of charge. Make sure to schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2025 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY recall for the 2021 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #20V761000)

The 48-Volt battery in your vehicle is what powers the starter-generator, a system that helps your car start and recover energy. In certain 2021 models, the connection between the battery and the starter-generator might not be properly assembled. If the connection isn't secure, it could increase the risk of a fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially put you in danger. Your BMW dealer will check the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator, and replace it if needed – all for free.