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NHTSA Recall 21V342000: Roof and pillars (structure)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW 230I.

2
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (June 15)
NHTSA campaign21V342000
ComponentSTRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS
Report receivedMay 12, 2021
Owner notificationJune 15, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 BMW 230i and M240i vehicles. Supports within the roof liner may be insecurely attached.

Safety risk

The support may separate from the roof liner and fall into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash necessitating the deployment of the head air bag.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the roof liner as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters will not be sent. The one owner was notified on June 15, 2021 by telephone and the vehicle has been repaired. 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 21V342000

Make and modelModel years
BMW 230I2021
BMW M240I2021

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.