BMW M340I 2020

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Complaints & Recalls

34 Complaints 16 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

16 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 24V576000 SAFETY RECALL
105.6K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 1, 2024
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.

Potential Risk:
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Sep 27, 2024
Recall Date: Aug 1, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 23V584000 SAFETY RECALL
144 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 16, 2023
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. The receiver audio module control unit software may fail to properly generate audible seat belt warnings to the driver to fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Potential Risk:
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Oct 12, 2023
Recall Date: Aug 16, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 23V211000 SAFETY RECALL
51 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 29, 2023
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.

Potential Risk:
An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: May 22, 2023
Recall Date: Mar 29, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 21V598000 SAFETY RECALL
50K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 2, 2021
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

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.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Sep 17, 2021
Recall Date: Aug 2, 2021
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 21V096000 SAFETY RECALL
13.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 19, 2021
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Potential Risk:
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Apr 16, 2021
Recall Date: Feb 19, 2021
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 20V355000 SAFETY RECALL
2.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2020
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.

Potential Risk:
A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Additional Details:

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.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: Toyota: 20TA09
Notice Date: Aug 14, 2020
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2020
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 20V164000 SAFETY RECALL
3.3K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 19, 2020
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, X4M, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, M8 Gran Coupe, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and 840i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

Potential Risk:
If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
FREE Recall Solution:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: May 18, 2020
Recall Date: Mar 19, 2020
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 19V755000 SAFETY RECALL
325 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 23, 2019
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 330i, 330i xDrive and M340i vehicles. The interior trunk release cable may have been improperly installed, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Potential Risk:
If a person were inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out, increasing their risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the interior trunk release cable and properly install the cable, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Dec 13, 2019
Recall Date: Oct 23, 2019
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 19V684000 SAFETY RECALL
257.5K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 27, 2019
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Potential Risk:
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Additional Details:

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.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Nov 8, 2019
Recall Date: Sep 27, 2019
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 19V600000 SAFETY RECALL
2 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 14, 2019
Safety Issue:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2020 M340i and one M340i xDrive vehicle. Due to improper welding, the rear center headrest may fold in the event of a rear impact crash.

Potential Risk:
If the headrest folds down in a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear center headrest, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

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.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Aug 28, 2019
Recall Date: Aug 14, 2019

Consumer Complaints

34 Complaints
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11521806 Other
May 13, 2023
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Oil measurement fails at 20%, unable to tell how much oil is in engine, can lead to severe engine damage where the engine seizes and you loose power brakes and steering. Dealer says only fix is oil pump replacement.

Corrective Action:

Oil measurement fails at 20%, unable to tell how much oil is in engine, can lead to severe engine damage where the engine seizes and you loose power brakes and steering. Dealer says only fix is oil pump replacement.

Additional Notes:

Oil measurement fails at 20%, unable to tell how much oil is in engine, can lead to severe engine damage where the engine seizes and you loose power brakes and steering. Dealer says only fix is oil pump replacement.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11521806
Notice Date: May 13, 2023
Recall Date: May 13, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11519147 Other
Apr 26, 2023
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Oil level wouldn't read over 20 percent... the deals know it's an issue and it is related to the Oil pump

Corrective Action:

Oil level wouldn't read over 20 percent... the deals know it's an issue and it is related to the Oil pump

Additional Notes:

Oil level wouldn't read over 20 percent... the deals know it's an issue and it is related to the Oil pump

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11519147
Notice Date: Apr 26, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 26, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11518176 Other
Apr 21, 2023
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Corrective Action:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Additional Notes:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11518176
Notice Date: Apr 21, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11518176 Other
Apr 21, 2023
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Corrective Action:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Additional Notes:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11518176
Notice Date: Apr 21, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11518176 Other
Apr 21, 2023
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Corrective Action:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Additional Notes:

Unable to read oil level, high or unusually alarming oil pressure. High oil pressure codes

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11518176
Notice Date: Apr 21, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11518185 Other
Apr 21, 2023
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Oil pump on 2020 models is a constant issue. They fail after about 15k miles and BMW refuses to recognize this as a recall issue.

Corrective Action:

Oil pump on 2020 models is a constant issue. They fail after about 15k miles and BMW refuses to recognize this as a recall issue.

Additional Notes:

Oil pump on 2020 models is a constant issue. They fail after about 15k miles and BMW refuses to recognize this as a recall issue.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11518185
Notice Date: Apr 21, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11517782 Other
Apr 19, 2023
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

The engine oil pump has failed. The part is available for inspection. The failed oil pump causes the engine to blow up, leaving oil and coolant behind on the road as hazards and causing our vehicle violently spin out on the road. The problem has been reproduced multiple times and claimed by bmw dealerships to be faulty on multiple occasions. Upon further research, it has affected 80% of the 2019 and 2020 g series chassis vehicles with the B58tu engine. BMW has a known problem of failed oil pump. As has my own 2020 bmw m340i. The only warnings we had were the oil not measuring through the interior display, the only way to check it no dip stick, not completing or stopping at 21% with failed measurement. It has first appeared for me at 20k miles, for others as early as 5k miles. The vehicle has not been inspected by police or insurance other than the dealer and local independent shop.

Corrective Action:

The engine oil pump has failed. The part is available for inspection. The failed oil pump causes the engine to blow up, leaving oil and coolant behind on the road as hazards and causing our vehicle violently spin out on the road. The problem has been reproduced multiple times and claimed by bmw dealerships to be faulty on multiple occasions. Upon further research, it has affected 80% of the 2019 and 2020 g series chassis vehicles with the B58tu engine. BMW has a known problem of failed oil pump. As has my own 2020 bmw m340i. The only warnings we had were the oil not measuring through the interior display, the only way to check it no dip stick, not completing or stopping at 21% with failed measurement. It has first appeared for me at 20k miles, for others as early as 5k miles. The vehicle has not been inspected by police or insurance other than the dealer and local independent shop.

Additional Notes:

The engine oil pump has failed. The part is available for inspection. The failed oil pump causes the engine to blow up, leaving oil and coolant behind on the road as hazards and causing our vehicle violently spin out on the road. The problem has been reproduced multiple times and claimed by bmw dealerships to be faulty on multiple occasions. Upon further research, it has affected 80% of the 2019 and 2020 g series chassis vehicles with the B58tu engine. BMW has a known problem of failed oil pump. As has my own 2020 bmw m340i. The only warnings we had were the oil not measuring through the interior display, the only way to check it no dip stick, not completing or stopping at 21% with failed measurement. It has first appeared for me at 20k miles, for others as early as 5k miles. The vehicle has not been inspected by police or insurance other than the dealer and local independent shop.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11517782
Notice Date: Apr 19, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 19, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11517794 Other
Apr 19, 2023
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Oil pump in earlier models are known to fail prematurely due to plastic internals . There is a revised oil pump that has all metal internals but those have early model vehicles with same engine have received oil pumps that fail and can be catastrophic while driving and causing injury if vehicle fails and causes accident.

Corrective Action:

Oil pump in earlier models are known to fail prematurely due to plastic internals . There is a revised oil pump that has all metal internals but those have early model vehicles with same engine have received oil pumps that fail and can be catastrophic while driving and causing injury if vehicle fails and causes accident.

Additional Notes:

Oil pump in earlier models are known to fail prematurely due to plastic internals . There is a revised oil pump that has all metal internals but those have early model vehicles with same engine have received oil pumps that fail and can be catastrophic while driving and causing injury if vehicle fails and causes accident.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11517794
Notice Date: Apr 19, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 19, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11517843 Other
Apr 19, 2023
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Oil pump appears to have failed. Told plastic components inside pump. BMW issued a new part number and changed pump to all metal internals. This is standard on later production dates now. Pump failure causes engine failure and oil gauge failure to read out. Head gasket replacement which may or may not be related.

Corrective Action:

Oil pump appears to have failed. Told plastic components inside pump. BMW issued a new part number and changed pump to all metal internals. This is standard on later production dates now. Pump failure causes engine failure and oil gauge failure to read out. Head gasket replacement which may or may not be related.

Additional Notes:

Oil pump appears to have failed. Told plastic components inside pump. BMW issued a new part number and changed pump to all metal internals. This is standard on later production dates now. Pump failure causes engine failure and oil gauge failure to read out. Head gasket replacement which may or may not be related.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11517843
Notice Date: Apr 19, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 19, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11517961 Other
Apr 19, 2023
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Electronic oil level sensor can’t read oil level. Vehicle is currently at the mechanic shop getting the oil pump replaced. It’s costing me around $2,500 out of pocket since I don’t have a active warranty anymore.

Corrective Action:

Electronic oil level sensor can’t read oil level. Vehicle is currently at the mechanic shop getting the oil pump replaced. It’s costing me around $2,500 out of pocket since I don’t have a active warranty anymore.

Additional Notes:

Electronic oil level sensor can’t read oil level. Vehicle is currently at the mechanic shop getting the oil pump replaced. It’s costing me around $2,500 out of pocket since I don’t have a active warranty anymore.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11517961
Notice Date: Apr 19, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 19, 2023
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11443363 Other
Dec 10, 2021
Defect Description:

TIRES

Potential Consequences:

I have owned my 2020 BMW m340iX for 2 years. During that time I have had 5 tires blow out, including 3 in the past 3 months alone. The tires are "run flat" and need to be completely replaced if they develop any issues. The dealer I use for service, who is owned by the manufacturer, says it is simply wear and tear - but this pattern is concerning and a potential safety issue for the car and tires.

Corrective Action:

I have owned my 2020 BMW m340iX for 2 years. During that time I have had 5 tires blow out, including 3 in the past 3 months alone. The tires are "run flat" and need to be completely replaced if they develop any issues. The dealer I use for service, who is owned by the manufacturer, says it is simply wear and tear - but this pattern is concerning and a potential safety issue for the car and tires.

Additional Notes:

I have owned my 2020 BMW m340iX for 2 years. During that time I have had 5 tires blow out, including 3 in the past 3 months alone. The tires are "run flat" and need to be completely replaced if they develop any issues. The dealer I use for service, who is owned by the manufacturer, says it is simply wear and tear - but this pattern is concerning and a potential safety issue for the car and tires.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11443363
Notice Date: Dec 10, 2021
Recall Date: Dec 10, 2021
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11354792 Other
Sep 13, 2020
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

THE FRONT COLLISION SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. EARLY WARNING RARELY COMES ON, AND IN A RECENT NEAR CRASH ON THE DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY, IT NEVER CAME ON. EVERY NOW AND THEN, THE EARLY WARNING FRONT COLLISION WARNING WILL COME ON FOR A SECOND, BUT THERE IS NO REASON FOR IT. I TOOK IT TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP (CLASSIC BMW) AND THEY SAID IT IS OPERATING AS NORMAL ,ALTHOUGH TO PROVE IT THEY HAD TO TAILGATE CARS AT 75 MPH TO SIMPLY GET THE EARLY WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE A FEW TIMES. THEY NEVER GOT THE IMMINATE CRASH WARNING TO COME ON. THIS SYSTEM IS UNSAFE AND DOES NOT PROVIDE THE PROTECTION IT ADVERTISES. I'VE DRIVEN SEVERAL OTHER MAKES THAT HAD THIS SYSTEM, AND THE EARLY WARNING COMES ON VERY EARLY, WHEN YOU ARE BARELY NEAR THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU.

Corrective Action:

THE FRONT COLLISION SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. EARLY WARNING RARELY COMES ON, AND IN A RECENT NEAR CRASH ON THE DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY, IT NEVER CAME ON. EVERY NOW AND THEN, THE EARLY WARNING FRONT COLLISION WARNING WILL COME ON FOR A SECOND, BUT THERE IS NO REASON FOR IT. I TOOK IT TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP (CLASSIC BMW) AND THEY SAID IT IS OPERATING AS NORMAL ,ALTHOUGH TO PROVE IT THEY HAD TO TAILGATE CARS AT 75 MPH TO SIMPLY GET THE EARLY WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE A FEW TIMES. THEY NEVER GOT THE IMMINATE CRASH WARNING TO COME ON. THIS SYSTEM IS UNSAFE AND DOES NOT PROVIDE THE PROTECTION IT ADVERTISES. I'VE DRIVEN SEVERAL OTHER MAKES THAT HAD THIS SYSTEM, AND THE EARLY WARNING COMES ON VERY EARLY, WHEN YOU ARE BARELY NEAR THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU.

Additional Notes:

THE FRONT COLLISION SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. EARLY WARNING RARELY COMES ON, AND IN A RECENT NEAR CRASH ON THE DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY, IT NEVER CAME ON. EVERY NOW AND THEN, THE EARLY WARNING FRONT COLLISION WARNING WILL COME ON FOR A SECOND, BUT THERE IS NO REASON FOR IT. I TOOK IT TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP (CLASSIC BMW) AND THEY SAID IT IS OPERATING AS NORMAL ,ALTHOUGH TO PROVE IT THEY HAD TO TAILGATE CARS AT 75 MPH TO SIMPLY GET THE EARLY WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE A FEW TIMES. THEY NEVER GOT THE IMMINATE CRASH WARNING TO COME ON. THIS SYSTEM IS UNSAFE AND DOES NOT PROVIDE THE PROTECTION IT ADVERTISES. I'VE DRIVEN SEVERAL OTHER MAKES THAT HAD THIS SYSTEM, AND THE EARLY WARNING COMES ON VERY EARLY, WHEN YOU ARE BARELY NEAR THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11354792
Notice Date: Sep 13, 2020
Recall Date: Sep 13, 2020
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11339650 Other
Jul 16, 2020
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE POSTED LIMIT, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND I ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. LUCKILY THE HEADLINER WAS CLOSED SO THE GLASS DID NOT ENTER THE CABIN. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES IN FRONT OF US FOR AT LEAST 1 MILE AND NO OVERPASSES OR ROCKS THAT I SAW OR HEARD HITTING THE VEHICLE. IT IS A STOCK VEHICLE WITH 5200 MILES ON IT.

Corrective Action:

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE POSTED LIMIT, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND I ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. LUCKILY THE HEADLINER WAS CLOSED SO THE GLASS DID NOT ENTER THE CABIN. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES IN FRONT OF US FOR AT LEAST 1 MILE AND NO OVERPASSES OR ROCKS THAT I SAW OR HEARD HITTING THE VEHICLE. IT IS A STOCK VEHICLE WITH 5200 MILES ON IT.

Additional Notes:

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE POSTED LIMIT, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND I ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. LUCKILY THE HEADLINER WAS CLOSED SO THE GLASS DID NOT ENTER THE CABIN. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES IN FRONT OF US FOR AT LEAST 1 MILE AND NO OVERPASSES OR ROCKS THAT I SAW OR HEARD HITTING THE VEHICLE. IT IS A STOCK VEHICLE WITH 5200 MILES ON IT.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11339650
Notice Date: Jul 16, 2020
Recall Date: Jul 16, 2020
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11322573 Other
Apr 28, 2020
Defect Description:

TIRES

Potential Consequences:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW M340I, EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI TIRES, TIRE LINE: P7 CINTURATO, TIRE SIZE 225/40/R19, DOT NUMBER: NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR SUSPENSION INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC BECAME AWARE OF BUBBLES IN THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT TIRES. THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE ALSO EXHIBITED A SPLIT. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.

Corrective Action:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW M340I, EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI TIRES, TIRE LINE: P7 CINTURATO, TIRE SIZE 225/40/R19, DOT NUMBER: NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR SUSPENSION INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC BECAME AWARE OF BUBBLES IN THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT TIRES. THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE ALSO EXHIBITED A SPLIT. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.

Additional Notes:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW M340I, EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI TIRES, TIRE LINE: P7 CINTURATO, TIRE SIZE 225/40/R19, DOT NUMBER: NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR SUSPENSION INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC BECAME AWARE OF BUBBLES IN THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT TIRES. THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE ALSO EXHIBITED A SPLIT. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11322573
Notice Date: Apr 28, 2020
Recall Date: Apr 28, 2020

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