7 recalls across 3 model years
The BMW M440i has 7 recalls covering 2021 through 2023 model years, with the most serious being a body control module software defect on 2022-2023 vehicles where doors can fail to lock while driving and may open in a crash.
On the 2022-2023 models, a software fault in the door locking system means the doors can remain unlocked at speed and swing open during a collision. Also on 2022 models, the sunroof can close automatically even when the key fob is not inside the vehicle, creating a pinch risk for anyone near the opening.
The 2021 model year carries several recalls. The side-curtain and thorax airbag in 2021 convertibles can fail to deploy correctly in a side-impact crash, reducing protection for the occupant. A separate issue affects the 12-volt battery connection on 2021 vehicles, where increased electrical resistance can generate enough heat to start a fire. The 2021 model also has a seat belt retractor that may not function correctly in a crash, reducing restraint when it matters most, and a rearview camera that can display a reduced or missing image while reversing, leaving the driver without a full view behind the vehicle.
Spanning the 2021-2022 model years, the audio module software can fail to sound the seat belt reminder chime, so the driver may not be alerted that their belt is unfastened before driving.
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Top 5 of 5 categories across BMW M440I
| Component | Recalls | Share | Critical | High | Medium | Low | Informational |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 3 | 43% | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags | 1 | 14% | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body & Latches | 1 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14% | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Component categories are grouped from raw recall data and may not match manufacturer terminology exactly.
