Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2001 BMW 540i has 5 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.
5
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 11, 2026
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2022 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS | The contact owns a 2001 BMW 540I. The contact stated that the dealer had previously performed an unk... |
| May 16, 2010 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3RD (HIGH) TAIL LIGHT BULB AND SOCKET OVERHEATS AND MELTS, RENDERING THE LIGHT INOPERABLE AND POSSIB... |
| Mar 10, 2009 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRICAL SHORT IN FAULTY THERMOSTAT CAUSED ALL WIRING TO MELT AND LEAD TO A DAMAGE OF MAIN COMPUTE... |
| Oct 24, 2002 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | BMW 540I ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS / DAMAGE TO INTERNAL HEATING AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. THEY POSE A HAZA... |
| Jan 15, 2002 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | VEHICLE FAILS TO START. TOWED TO DEALER. UNABLE TO LOCATE SOURCE OF PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER... |