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This report analyzes the VIN WBA53BJ02MCG12552, which corresponds to a 2021 BMW 540i. It is equipped with 6-cylinder running on Gasoline fuel. Manufacturing records indicate it was produced in GERMANY. All data in this report is sourced from official VIN decoding databases and public vehicle records.
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Vehicle
2021 BMW 540i
Decoded from VIN
Engine
6 Cyl
Gasoline
Drive Type
N/A
Drivetrain
Manufacturer
BMW AG
OEM
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VIN: WBA53BJ02MCG12552Generated: April 30, 2026
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This 2021 BMW 540i VIN report provides detailed vehicle specifications, recalls, and history insights. This vehicle uses a Gasoline engine. Below you can review specifications, recalls, and detailed vehicle information.
GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Trailer Type: Not Applicable
Bed Type: Not Applicable
Vehicle Performance
Engine Cylinders: 6
Displacement L: 2.9971940056
Engine HP: 335
Fuel Type Primary: Gasoline
Transmission Style: Automatic
Weight & Capacity
GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Fuel / Energy Economy
Fuel Type: Premium
Combined MPG: 24
City MPG: 21
Highway MPG: 30
GHG Rating: 5/10
Smog Rating: Not available
Annual Fuel Cost: $2900
Fuel Cost per Mile: $0.193
Estimated 5-Year Fuel Cost: $14500
Estimated Market Value
$11,500 – $15,500
Estimated using vehicle age, body type, trim level, and general U.S. market trends.
⚠ Important: This valuation is an automated estimate based on general market data and may not reflect the actual vehicle value.
Vehicle pricing can vary significantly based on mileage, condition, trim level, options, accident history, location, and market demand.
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Vehicle Specifications
ABS: Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control: Optional
Adaptive Driving Beam: Standard
Auto Reverse System: Standard
Axles: 2
Bed Type: Not Applicable
Blind Spot Mon: Standard
Body Cab Type: Not Applicable
Body Class: Sedan/Saloon
Bus Floor Config Type: Not Applicable
Bus Type: Not Applicable
CAN_AACN: Standard
Custom Motorcycle Type: Not Applicable
Daytime Running Light: Standard
Displacement CC: 2997.1940056
Displacement CI: 182.9
Displacement L: 2.9971940056
Doors: 4
Dynamic Brake Support: Standard
ESC: Standard
Engine Cylinders: 6
Engine HP: 335
Forward Collision Warning: Standard
Fuel Type Primary: Gasoline
GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR_to: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Keyless Ignition: Standard
Lane Centering Assistance: Standard
Lane Departure Warning: Standard
Lane Keep System: Standard
Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source: LED
Make ID: 452
Manufacturer: BMW AG
Manufacturer Id: 966
Model ID: 5195
Motorcycle Chassis Type: Not Applicable
Motorcycle Suspension Type: Not Applicable
Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player
Park Assist: Optional
Plant City: DINGOLFING
Safety Recalls
Total Recalls: 5
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xD...
SEAT BELTS: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDriv...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran...
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDr...
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles. The output shafts (left/right) which tr...
Vehicle Risk Assessment
High Risk
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Recalls: 5
How this is calculated: Low: Fewer than 2 recalls and under 50 complaints Moderate: 2–4 recalls or 50–199 complaints High: 5+ recalls or 200+ complaints
Safety Complaints
2021 complaints: 0
No complaints reported yet for the 2021 model year.
Technical Service Bulletins
No manufacturer bulletins found for this vehicle.
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✔ Data Source: NHTSA (Government)
✔ Fuel Data: EPA
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