BMW 430I recalls

17 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Latest recalls

26V056000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallPlease see the recall report for a complete list of all models.ElectricalFree replacement87KunitsJan 3025V643000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.ElectricalFree replacement4unitsSep 202525V636000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.Park outsideElectricalFree replacement200KunitsSep 202525V202000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.ElectricalFree replacement4,557unitsApr 202523V863000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine recallThe cylinder head cover may develop cracks, resulting in oil leaking into engine compartment.Engine & powertrainFree replacement5unitsDec 202323V584000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe receiver audio module control unit software may fail to properly generate audible seat belt warnings to the driver to fasten…ElectricalFree software update144unitsAug 202323V118000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallDuring a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) may have been installed with incorrect programming, which can…ElectricalFree software update120unitsFeb 202322V267000 · BMW OF North America, LlcVisibility recallThe roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update61KunitsApr 202221V554000 · BMW OF North America, LlcSeat Belts recallThe passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts.Seats & beltsFree replacement22KunitsJul 202121V176000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallIn certain side-impact crashes, the head-thorax air bag may not deploy as intended.Air bagsSoftware update1,850unitsMar 202121V096000 · BMW OF North America, LlcBack Over Prevention recallWhen shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update14KunitsFeb 202119V352000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.Air bagsFree replacement5,079unitsMay 201918V533000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment…Air bagsFree replacement3unitsAug 201818V465000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the…Engine & powertrainFree replacement5,309unitsJul 201817V507000 · BMW OF North America, LlcSeat Belts recallThe Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) within the front seat belt assemblies may have been produced with incompatible…Seats & beltsFree replacement67unitsAug 201717V115000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe affected vehicles have seat-mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.Air bagsFree replacement292unitsFeb 201716V914000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.Air bagsFree replacement3,506unitsDec 2016