The 2019 BMW M340i has 5 recalls, the most serious involving a steering tie rod that can fracture under high heat or rough road conditions, causing loss of vehicle control and raising the risk of a crash.
Two recalls address the rearview camera: in one, the camera image may fail to appear entirely when reversing, and in another, the image may be missing or reduced in a way that limits what the driver can see behind the vehicle. Both leave the driver without a reliable view when backing up. On the occupant safety side, a seat frame weld may not hold properly, which can prevent the seat from restraining an occupant in a crash. There is also a software issue where the audio module fails to chime when the driver's seatbelt is unfastened, removing the audible reminder to buckle up before driving.
At a glance
What can fail
The receiver audio module software may fail to produce audible seat belt warning alerts to the driver.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the receiver audio module software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The seat frame may not be properly welded to the seat rails, which could affect seat stability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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
Under certain driving conditions like high temperatures and rough roads, the steering gear tie rod can become damaged and possibly fracture, affecting steering control.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods at no charge.
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.
