Crankshaft sensor firmware may cause stall
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 18V465000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V465000?
NHTSA recall 18V465000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 12, 2018. It addresses: Crankshaft sensor firmware may cause stall. The recall affects approximately 5,309 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V465000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.