EngineRecall 21V-598 · BMW and Toyota vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 21V-598 covers 50,024 BMW and Toyota vehicles for a engine problem, reported to NHTSA on August 2, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 94% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V598000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.
The risk
Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
94%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 337 vehicles were listed as unreachable.