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BMW of North America, LLC: 540d xDrive Vehicles Recalled for Exhaust Gas Leak and Fire Risk

Agency Publication Date: August 8, 2024
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Summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling 15 of its 540d xDrive vehicles that were previously repaired under a different recall. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler in these diesel vehicles may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot. This mixture can create smoldering particles that may melt the vehicle's intake manifold, leading to a potential engine fire. Owners of these specific 15 vehicles should have their cars inspected and repaired by a dealer free of charge.

Risk

A coolant leak inside the EGR module can cause smoldering particles to form and melt the intake manifold, which significantly increases the risk of a fire occurring in the engine compartment while driving.

What You Should Do

  1. Confirm if your vehicle is one of the 15 affected units by checking your VIN on the NHTSA website or contacting a BMW dealer; this recall specifically affects certain 540d xDrive models previously repaired under recall 22V-614.
  2. Contact an authorized BMW dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair of the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) module and intake manifold.
  3. If you have further questions, contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
  4. For additional information, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Inspection and replacement of the EGR module and intake manifold.

How to: Contact an authorized BMW dealer to have the EGR module and intake manifold inspected and replaced free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2018 BMW 540d xDrive

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 24V588000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Sold By: Authorized BMW Dealers
Units Affected: 15 vehicles(15% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: October 7, 2024
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: November 21, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response