2018 BMW 540i
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 BMW 540i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.
2018 BMW 540i at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2018 BMW 540i recalls 2
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 xD…
Fix: 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.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDriv…
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2018 BMW 540i MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2018 BMW 540i worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 BMW 540i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2018 BMW 540i trims & engines on record
2018 BMW 540i vehicles on record
Other BMW 540i model years
2018 BMW 540i — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 BMW 540i have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW 540i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What gas mileage does the 2018 BMW 540i get?
The 2018 BMW 540i has a U.S. EPA estimate of 24 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).
How much is a 2018 BMW 540i worth?
Comparable 2018 BMW 540i listings run roughly $24,995–$49,372, typically around $35,847 (from 7 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.