BMW positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the wiring power distribution module/ipdm. Here is what owners need to know.
The positive battery cables may not be properly connected to the power distribution box, resulting in an engine stall and a fire.
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash and a fire increases the risk of injury.
Take it to a dealer — they will inspect and replace cables and power distribution box as necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 25V-643.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW 430i |
| 2026 | BMW M4 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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Data from the NHTSA recall database. A clean VIN check means no open federal recalls for that vehicle — not that it never had one.
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