Recall 26V-441
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2016 to 2018 BMW 330E Iperformance and 3 other models: Electrical system (starter assembly, relay).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-441
- Reported
- July 8, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 29,119 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
The risk
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-[removed]. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- BMW 330E Iperformance 2016 to 2018
- BMW 530E Iperformance 2018 to 2020
- BMW 530E Xdrive Iperformance 2018 to 2020
- BMW 740LE Xdrive Iperformance 2017 to 2019