2026 BMW 430I, 2026 BMW M4 Recall: Positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power…
NHTSA campaign 25V643000 · Electrical System · filed Sep 25, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 M4 and 430i vehicles. The positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.
The risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash and a fire increases the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and replace cables and power distribution box as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V643000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.