NHTSA Recall 19V755000: Trunk lid (structure)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 325 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW 330I.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V755000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › TRUNK LID |
| Report received | October 23, 2019 |
| Owner notification | December 13, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
If a person were inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V755000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.