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2020 BMW 440i Recalls

Updated Jun 4, 2026·Ethan Miller1 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2020 BMW 440i has 1 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

1 High Risk Found — View Now

Total Recalls

1
1 High Risk

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2020 BMW 440i

The 2020 BMW 440i has 1 recall campaign on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2020 BMW 440i has 1 serious recall touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2020 BMW 440i include AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2020 BMW 440i?

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2020 BMW 440i have?

There are 1 recall campaign for the 2020 BMW 440i.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Review recall campaigns

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2020 BMW 440i?

There are 1 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
1
Primary source
NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
Workflow
Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2020 BMW 440i Buyer's Guide

1 total campaign, 1 marked high risk

High Riskcritical
ID: 19V352000

Air Bags

Knee Bolster

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.