Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driveshaft is like a long rod that connects the engine to your rear wheels. In certain BMW models, the connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential can become damaged over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection fails, you could lose power to your rear wheels, which can make it hard to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake isn't applied, your car could roll away, posing a risk of injury or another accident.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the driveshaft connection and apply a special adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
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