Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V700000 Reported November 12, 2020

Fuel tank weld may fail

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Fuel System, Gasoline · 49 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V700000
Manufacturer Campaign
Toyota: 20TB16
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
49
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 12, 2020
Completion Rate
83.67

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020-2021 z4 and 2020-2021 toyota supra vehicles. the weld between the fuel tank halves may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.

Safety Consequence

The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. the recall began december 18, 2020. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V700000 or campaign Toyota: 20TB16.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V700000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V700000?

NHTSA recall 20V700000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on November 12, 2020. It addresses: Fuel tank weld may fail. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V700000 or the manufacturer campaign number Toyota: 20TB16. 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.