This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 BMW 530e.
27 mpg combined
8.7 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2020 BMW 530e has 3 recalls, the most serious involving the hybrid battery pack, which can develop an internal short circuit and catch fire.
Debris that entered one or more battery cells during production can cause a short circuit inside the hybrid battery, raising the risk of fire or injury to occupants and bystanders. The remaining two recalls both concern the rearview camera. In one case, the camera image may fail to appear on the display at all when the driver shifts into reverse, removing a key source of visibility for what is behind the vehicle. In the other, a software condition can cause the camera image to be missing or significantly reduced in what it shows, again leaving the driver with less rearview information while backing up. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve both camera issues, which is why they appear as separate filings. Owners who rely on the camera display while reversing rather than checking mirrors and looking over their shoulder may not notice a pedestrian or obstacle in the path of the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
When shifting into Reverse, the rearview camera display may show a partially obscured image or fail to illuminate, reducing rear visibility.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and update the rearview camera software as needed at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Manufacturing debris may be inside one or more hybrid battery cells, potentially causing battery failure.
What the fix does
BMW will inspect the battery module and replace it if necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The backup camera display can be adjusted to hide the rear view image, and the vehicle remembers this setting when put in reverse, leaving the screen blank.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the backup camera software at no cost to restore the display functionality.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
