The 2021 BMW 745LE has 4 recalls, the most serious involving the hybrid battery pack, where debris inside one or more cells can cause a short circuit and raise the risk of fire.
On the braking side, two separate issues can reduce stopping power. A fault in the brake booster system can knock out anti-lock braking and reduce hydraulic braking assistance, making it harder to stop in an emergency. A separate engine management software problem can also cut brake assist during startup, though full mechanical braking without power assistance remains available in that case. The rearview camera software on certain vehicles can display a missing or degraded image when reversing, which raises the risk of a collision if the driver is relying on that view alone.
At a glance
What can fail
During engine startup, the engine management software may disable the power braking system. You can still brake manually, but without power assist.
What the fix does
Dealers will update your engine management software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rotor and shaft inside the brake system may not be properly welded and could separate during hard braking, causing loss of ABS and braking assistance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system at no cost to you.
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.
