The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.
The risk
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-465 (18V465000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine |
| Report date | July 11, 2018 |
| Owners notified | September 6, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,309 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2018 BMW 230i
- 2018 BMW 330e
- 2018 BMW 330i
- 2019 BMW 430i
- 2019 BMW 440i
- 2018 BMW 530e
- 2018 BMW 530i
- 2018 BMW 540i
- 2018 BMW 640i
- 2018 BMW M240I
- 2018 BMW X1
- 2018 BMW X2
- 2019 Mini Clubman
- 2019 Mini Cooper
- 2019 Mini Cooper S
- 2019 Mini Countryman
Plus 4 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
- 2018 BMW 230i engine problems 3
- 2018 BMW 330e engine problems 4
- 2018 BMW 330i engine problems 14
- 2019 BMW 430i engine problems 11
- 2019 BMW 440i engine problems 3
- 2018 BMW 530e engine problems 2
- 2018 BMW 530i engine problems 6
- 2018 BMW 540i engine problems 3
- 2018 BMW 640i engine problems 1
- 2018 BMW X1 engine problems 8
- 2018 BMW X2 engine problems 2
- 2019 Mini Clubman engine problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-465 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,309 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.