This is the seventh Supra recall, since its launch.
BMW has recalled the Toyota Supra. According to documents submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, certain Toyota Supra and BMW models have a tendency lose their braking aid feature due to faulty engine management.
The recall affects 50,024 units, including 13,014 Toyota Supra units, 10,877 BMW M340i and M340ixDrive, 4,130 BMW X4 M40i units, 470 BMW 745Le xDrive units, 14,006 X3 M40i units, 2,151 Z4 M40i units – all manufactured between 2019 and 2021
The safety recall documents from NHTSA campaign 21V598000 indicate that there is a problem with the engine management software. This could lead to the oil/vacuum pumps, which supply vacuum for brake assistance (brake booster), being damaged under certain engine starting conditions. This could be caused by pressing the engine stop/start button twice in quick succession or pressing the brake pedal briefly while pressing down the engine stop/start button. Although brake assist functions may be affected, mechanical braking is still available. However, an increase in braking distance could occur which can increase the risk of a collision, as the recall document states.
Dealers will be required to free-of-charge update the engine management software in order to fix it. The affected owners will be notified via mail on October 1, 2021. However, if your Supra or BMW is affected, contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owners can also call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1 888 327 4236. This is the seventh Toyota Supra recall, since the coupe was launched in 2019. Previous issues include fire danger due to faulty fuel tanks, and loss in headlight function.