12v/24v/48v battery: cablesRecall 25V-643 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 25V-643 covers 4 BMW vehicles for a 12v/24v/48v battery: cables problem, reported to NHTSA on September 25, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V643000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 M4 and 430i vehicles. The positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.
The risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash and a fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace cables and power distribution box as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.