We read the American register again on 3 October 2026. The remedy of recall 26V441 no longer matched the copy we held, last confirmed on 3 October 2026. Registers rarely flag their own edits, which is why we compare every read word for word.
Before, as last confirmed on 3 October 2026
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 3, 2026. Another letter will be mailed after the remedy is confirmed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.
After, as read on 3 October 2026
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.
The full notice, with every version we hold: BMW Of recall 26V441. The record to act on: NHTSA campaign 26V441.
Caught by the automatic daily read of the NHTSA register. How we compare versions: methodology.