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2022 BMW 540iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2022 BMW 540i, most often about the power train. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 BMW 540i has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Power train
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Air bags
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine1 crash/fire/injury
1Seat belts
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2022 BMW 540i recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other 540i year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 540i median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 BMW 540i, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- Driveshaft to rear differential connection failureNo recall
In owners' words
What 540i owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
BMW performed a recall repair on my 2022 BMW 540i using an adhesive/Loctite remedy despite the dealership’s inspection documentation noting hammering on the rear differential. The recall procedure provides for component replacement when specified conditions are identified. After reviewing…
On XXX, while stopped at a traffic light, I accelerated normally in my 2022 BMW 540i. After moving only a few feet, I heard a loud metallic clank from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle immediately lost all ability to propel itself. It would still shift between gears, but pressing the accelerator…
Rear differential failed, internal gears compromised. Noticed problem when going into gear. Vehicle no longer is able to go in gear and will shut off engine. No indication lights prior to failure. Vehicle showed drivetrain error as soon as it had failed. Vehicle was in main road when failure…
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