NHTSA Recall 22V614000: Gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (engine and engine cooling)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 298 vehicles. It affects 2018 BMW 540D.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V614000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › EMISSION CONTROL › GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) |
| Report received | August 10, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 30, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d xDrive vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. The EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.
Safety risk
A melting intake manifold increases the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the EGR module, and the intake manifold will be inspected and replaced, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V614000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 540D | 2018 |
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.