BMW i7 recalls

17 official safety recalls for the BMW i7 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Brake system may lose assist or stability control

    Reported July 1, 2026Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 26V422000428 vehicles affected

    The integrated brake system may lose power brake assist or cause the antilock brakes and stability control to work improperly. Stopping distances may increase or control may be lost, increasing crash risk. The system will be inspected and replaced if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
    Consequence
    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  2. Air-conditioning wiring harness may be damaged

    Reported February 19, 2026Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 26V09600058,713 vehicles affected

    The air-conditioning wiring harness may be damaged when the cabin air filter is replaced. It can short-circuit and increase the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect and replace the harness as needed and add a retaining strap or bracket, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.
    Consequence
    A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. 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 April 13, 2026.

  3. Drive motor software may shut down high-voltage system

    Reported July 23, 2025Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 25V39500071,286 vehicles affected

    The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. The software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  4. High-voltage battery modules may fail

    Reported July 16, 2025Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 25V470000136 vehicles affected

    Improperly assembled battery cell modules may be stressed and fail, shutting down the high-voltage system and causing loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. Module failure also increases fire risk. Dealers will replace specified battery cell modules free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
    Consequence
    Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  5. Brake system may lose assist or malfunction

    Reported October 2, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V73900011,579 vehicles affected

    The integrated brake system may lose power brake assist or cause the ABS or stability control systems to malfunction. Stopping distance may increase or vehicle control may be lost, raising crash risk. Dealers will replace the integrated brake module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
    Consequence
    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  6. Steering spindle may break

    Reported September 25, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V714000982 vehicles affected

    The steering spindle may break, suddenly increasing the effort needed to steer and raising crash risk. Dealers will replace the steering spindle's double universal joint free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
    Defect
    BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive, 2024-2025 i5 eDrive40, i5 M60 xDrive, 2025 i5 xDrive40, 2024 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, 750e xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, and i7 M70 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may break requiring a greater steering effort to control the vehicle.
    Consequence
    A sudden increase in required steering effort increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the steering spindle's double universal joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  7. Brake system welds may break

    Reported September 18, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V697000309 vehicles affected

    Welds in the integrated brake control module servomotor may break, causing loss of power brake assist or rear brake function, and possibly disabling ABS and stability control. This can lengthen stopping distances or reduce handling and control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the brake system free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
    Consequence
    A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owner's may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  8. Integrated brake system may malfunction

    Reported February 12, 2024Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 24V104000266,716 vehicles affected

    A malfunction may reduce power brake assist, lengthening stopping distance, or affect ABS and stability control, potentially causing loss of control. Dealers will replace the integrated brake system free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
    Consequence
    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  9. Steering wheel sensor ground may be disconnected

    Reported October 18, 2023Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 23V70000012,296 vehicles affected

    An incorrectly attached steering wheel ground connection may disable hands-on detection, preventing the emergency stopping assistant from engaging when needed and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and reattach the connection as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, i7 M70, 2024 750e xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an inoperative hands-on detection system.
    Consequence
    An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  10. Wiper mechanism may lose movement

    Reported October 9, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/288100 vehicles affected

    Increased loading on a wiper arm may cause the wipers to stop moving. The wiper mechanism will be inspected and replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles under certain conditions due to an increased loading on the wiper arm it may result in the loss of movement of the wipers
    Defect
    On affected vehicles under certain conditions due to an increased loading on the wiper arm it may result in the loss of movement of the wipers.
    Remedy
    Inspect the wiper mechanism on affected vehicles and replace if necessary.

  11. Windshield wipers may fail in certain weather

    Reported September 20, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V6440003,820 vehicles affected

    The windshield wipers may fail in certain weather conditions, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper system as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY/WIPER
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 740i, 760i xDrive and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The windshield wipers may fail during certain weather conditions.
    Consequence
    Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  12. Front seat structure weld may fail

    Reported August 18, 2023Model years 2022–2023EU Safety Gate A12/02079/23

    A defective weld in the front seat structure may fail in a crash and compromise the restraint system, increasing the risk of injury. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    The welding of the front seat structure is defective. In case of an accident, the joint in question can fail and compromise the restraint system, increasing the risk of injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Germany

  13. Dashboard controls may not operate defrost or hazards

    Reported July 12, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V479000384 vehicles affected

    The dashboard Interaction Bar may fail to activate the windshield defrosting or defogging system or hazard warning lights, and the buttons may not illuminate. This can increase crash or injury risk. Dealers will replace the Interaction Bar free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 740i, 760i xDrive and i7 xDrive60 vehicles equipped with an Interaction Bar. The Interaction Bar, located on the dashboard, may not activate the windshield defrosting/defogging system and/or the hazard warning lights. In addition, those control buttons may not illuminate when pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems", and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    The inability to operate the defrost or hazard warning lights can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the Interaction Bar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. Front seat adjustment system may be improperly welded

    Reported June 8, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V414000318 vehicles affected

    The front seat length adjustment system may not be welded properly, which could prevent the seat from restraining an occupant properly in a crash and increase the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the seats and replace the seat front structure, including the adjustment system, if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEATS
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 740i, 760i xDrive, and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The front seat length adjustment system may not have been welded properly.
    Consequence
    An improperly welded front seat may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the front seats and if necessary, replace the seat front structure including the seat length adjustment system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  15. Seat software may disable passenger safety features

    Reported February 3, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V050000397 vehicles affected

    In certain seat monitoring conditions, software may fail to recognize the front passenger seat position and disable the passenger air bag, knee air bag, and active headrest. They may not work as intended in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will reprogram the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEATS
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 760i xDrive and i7 xDrive60 vehicles equipped with the Executive Lounge Seating Package. In certain seat monitoring conditions, the front passenger seat electronic control unit (ECU) software may not recognize the seat position, and disable the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and active headrest.
    Consequence
    A disabled front passenger air bag, knee air bag, or active headrest will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will reprogram the front passenger seat electronic control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  16. Battery control software may interrupt electrical power

    Reported December 20, 2022Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 22V94400014,086 vehicles affected

    High-voltage battery control unit software may interrupt electrical power, causing sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.
    Consequence
    An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  17. Telematics unit may not send vehicle location

    Reported November 21, 2022Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 22V860000169 vehicles affected

    The telematics control unit may fail to send the vehicle’s location to emergency responders, delaying response and increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the unit’s software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW 740i, 760i xDrive, and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The telematics control unit may not transmit the vehicle location information to emergency responders.
    Consequence
    Emergency response may be delayed without the vehicle location information, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the telematics control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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