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NHTSA Recall 20V700000: Tank assembly (fuel system)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW Z4.

49
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (December 18)
NHTSA campaign20V700000
Manufacturer campaignToyota: 20TB16
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY
Report receivedNovember 12, 2020
Owner notificationDecember 18, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Z4 and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. The weld between the fuel tank halves may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.

Safety risk

The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

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 20V700000

Make and modelModel years
BMW Z42020, 2021
Toyota Supra2020, 2021

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.