Is the 2026 BMW 840i safe to drive?

The 2026 BMW 840i has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 26V525000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

What Happened

The driveshaft in your vehicle is like an axle that connects the transmission to the rear wheels. In certain BMW models from 2021 to 2026, the connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential might weaken over time.

Risk if Unfixed

If this connection fails, you could lose power to the rear wheels, which could make it hard to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash. If you're not parked on a slope or a hill, a damaged driveshaft could also cause your vehicle to roll away, even if you're not driving it.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will inspect the driveshaft connection and apply a strong adhesive or replace it with a new one, as needed. This repair is free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #26V525000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 26V525000

What This Recall Means

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?