BMW — recall
Automotive · Japan · 2024-10-28
Origin: ドイツ連邦共和国
BMW EGR module, manufacturing defect causes bypass flap bolt to be improperly tightened
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2024-10-28 |
| Country of origin | ドイツ連邦共和国 |
| Manufacturer | BMW AG |
| Models affected | BMW X5 xDrive 35d, BMW X6 xDrive35d, BMW X7 xDrive40d, BMW 740d xDrive |
| Units affected | 1042 |
| Defect | Due to a manufacturing defect in the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module, the bypass flap bolt on the EGR module is not properly tightened. As a result, the bolt may loosen, and exhaust gas may leak from the device. |
| Component | Engine (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Module) |
| Remedy | For all vehicles, inspect for traces of soot around the bypass flap bolt of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module. If soot is present, replace the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module; if not, retighten the bolt. |
| Recall number | 外-3887 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
What this means for sellers
| Likely platform / channel actions | OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback. |
|---|---|
| Self-check for comparable products | Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here. |
| Rules & standards likely involved | the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards |
🚨 Delisted or named by a regulator? Leave your details and situation — we'll assess and get back to you. Contact us →
General guidance only — not compliance or legal advice; the official notice and applicable law prevail.
Stay ahead of recalls like this
Get overseas recalls that matter to you (China-origin highlighted) + top hazards — one email a week. Free, unsubscribe anytime.
By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms (incl. cross-border data processing).
BMW recalls in other markets
- BMW 1 SERIESNew Zealand · 2026-10-02
- BMW 7 SERIES, 5 SERIESNew Zealand · 2026-10-02
- BMW X3New Zealand · 2026-10-02
Related automotive recalls
- Isuzu, Nissan, UD Trucks, MazdaJapan · 2024-10-24
- NissanJapan · 2024-10-24
- BMWJapan · 2024-10-30
- HondaJapan · 2024-10-31
- Isuzu ZAC-LV828L1Japan · 2026-10-02
- Hino ZAC-KV828L1Japan · 2026-10-02
- Passenger cars (BMW X2 xDrive20i, and 20 other models) - RepairJapan · 2026-10-01