Model year guide

2022 BMW 540IX

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 BMW 540IX is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2022 BMW 540IX at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined25 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2022 BMW 540IX recalls 1

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #26V525000 · NHTSA lists this under 540i Xdrive · 12/08/2026

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. 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.

2022 BMW 540IX MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2022 BMW 540IX costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Fuel only$16,500
Per mile$0.22

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.

2022 BMW 540IX vehicles on record

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2022 BMW 540IX — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 BMW 540IX have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2022 BMW 540IX. 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 done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2022 BMW 540IX get?

The 2022 BMW 540IX has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.