Recall 21V342 affects 2 2021 BMW 230I and M240I vehicles for loose roof liner supports. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 2 2021 230I and M240I vehicles because supports inside the roof liner are insecurely attached. In a crash that deploys the head air bag, a support can fall into the passenger compartment and increase injury risk; BMW dealers will secure the roof liner support free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The roof liner in the 2021 BMW 230I and M240I is the finished panel above the passenger compartment. It also carries supports that help hold components in place around the roof and pillar area, including trim near the head air bag area. Those supports need a secure bond so the liner stays in position during normal use and during an air bag deployment.
On affected vehicles, certain supports were not bonded to the roof liner according to BMW specifications. The supplier's adhesive process ran past the required curing time after a temporary production change. That process error left the supports insecurely attached, so a support can separate from the liner instead of staying fixed where BMW designed it to be.
There is no warning sign before failure. You are not expected to hear a noise, see a dashboard message, or feel a change in how the vehicle drives before a roof liner support separates.
Who's affected?
Both listed models use the same roof-liner component tied to the body structure.
| 2021 BMW 230I | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2021 BMW M240I | body structure |
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A roof-liner support can separate and fall into the passenger compartment. In a crash that deploys the head air bag, that loose support increases the risk of injury. Drive cautiously and arrange the dealer inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 BMW 230I or M240I is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free roof-liner inspection and repair that secures the roof support.
- Bring any BMW recall paperwork if you have it. If not, reference recall number 21V342 when you call.
- Ask the dealer to confirm whether the roof-liner repair is already complete if you bought the car used.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician inspects the roof liner and repairs or replaces it so the supports are secured correctly. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered at an authorized BMW center. Out-of-pocket work before the recall notice was covered through the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty, so BMW is not offering a separate reimbursement program for this campaign. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| May 12, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 12, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| May 12, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 15, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 5, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 5, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V342?
Recall 21V342 covers 2 2021 BMW 230I and M240I vehicles with roof-liner supports that were not securely attached. A support can separate and fall into the passenger compartment during a crash that deploys the head air bag. BMW dealers inspect and repair or replace the roof liner for free.
What should I do if my 2021 BMW 230I or M240I is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2021 BMW 230I or M240I is included in recall 21V342. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to confirm the roof-liner inspection and repair status. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost. BMW dealers inspect the roof liner and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge, for vehicles included in recall 21V342.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury during a crash that deploys the head air bag. In affected vehicles, a roof-liner support can separate and fall into the passenger compartment. BMW fixes the issue by inspecting the roof liner and repairing or replacing it for free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V342000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V342 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V342000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →