NHTSA Recall 26V441000: Relay (electrical system)
Park outside BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 29,119 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the BMW 330E Iperformance.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V441000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY › RELAY |
| Report received | July 8, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Safety risk
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V441000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 330E Iperformance | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| BMW 530E Iperformance | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| BMW 530E Xdrive Iperformance | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| BMW 740LE Xdrive Iperformance | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.