2018 BMW 330E Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW 330E. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 26V441000Jul 8, 2026PARK OUTSIDE29,119 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Starter assembly › Relay
  Covers: BMW 330E 2016–2018, 530E 2018–2020, 740LE 2017–2019

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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…

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• 18V652000Sep 20, 20183,501 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment › Electrical
  Covers: BMW 330E 2018, 530E 2018–2019, 740LE 2018–2019 +3 more

  Reported issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

  Possible consequence: An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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• 18V465000Jul 11, 20185,309 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine
  Covers: BMW 330E 2018, 530I 2018, X1 2018 +17 more

  Reported issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i…

  Possible consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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