BMW 2021 BMW M440I Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 BMW M440I
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2021 BMW M440I vehicles due to air bags:side/window:head issues. An air bag that deploys incorrectly can increase the risk of injury in a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 430i and M440i 4 Series Convertible vehicles. In certain side-impact crashes, the head-thorax air bag may not deploy as intended.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An air bag that deploys incorrectly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will update the software, at no charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory, and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. The recall began March 9, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026