BMW Recalls 800 Cars in Canada for Loss-of-Power, Roll-Away Risk

BMW recalls 800 cars in Canada for loss-of-power, roll-away risk

BMW is recalling more than 800 newer sedans in Canada over the risk that a drivetrain issue could lead to the cars losing propulsion while driving, and rolling away when parked. Specifically the safety campaign covers 826 examples of the gasoline-powered BMW 5 Series from model years 2021 through 2023; the BMW 8 Series coupe and Gran Coupe from 2022 to 2024; and the plug-in-hybrid BMW 7 Series from 2024 through 2026. Another 27,720 vehicles are …

BMW Recalls 27,720 Sedans For Driveshaft Problem, Rollaway Risk

Owners of affected BMW 5 Series, 7 Series, and 8 Series sedans must check recall status, rely on the parking brake, and schedule free dealer repairs.

Why BMW Is Recalling 27,720 Cars Over a Rare Rollaway Risk

BMW is recalling 27,720 vehicles over a driveshaft connection that can wear out badly enough to cut power to the rear wheels, or in rare cases, let the car roll away on its own. The recall covers the 2022-2026 BMW 840i and 840i xDrive, the 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, and M550i xDrive, and the 2024-2026 750e xDrive. According to BMW’s report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the joint connecting the drivetrain to the rear di…