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NHTSARecalled Feb 3, 2021 · #21V046000

Output Shafts May Break

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles. The output shafts (left/right) which transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels may break due to a heat treatment error during supplier production. A broken output shaft can lead to a loss of drive power or a rollaway condition in a parked vehicle (if the parking brake is not engaged), increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Output Shafts May Break
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the output shaft(s), free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

View the official CPSC notice