NHTSA campaign 24V588000

BMW of North America, LLC recall 24V588000

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 540d xDrive vehicles that were previously repaired under recall number 22V-614. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.

Reported 08/08/2024

What can happen

An EGR valve with smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold increases the risk of an engine fire.

Repair

Dealers will inspect and replace the EGR module and the intake manifold as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Components

  • Engine and engine cooling: Exhaust system: Emission control: Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)

Affected years and models

A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.