The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, this component can wear out and overheat, causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which could cause serious injury. This is a serious situation that requires immediate attention to prevent harm.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, free of charge. You'll get a notification by letter on August 28, 2026, with instructions on how to schedule the repair, which will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series Coupe, 3 Series, 2021-2025 X4, and 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall 26V056.
The starter motor in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain 2021-2024 models, the starter motor can overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire, which increases the risk of serious injury, as a fire in your vehicle can spread quickly and pose a significant threat to you and others nearby.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the engine starter motor with a new one, free of charge. You'll receive a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair once the remedy is available, and you may also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331 for more information.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2023 BMW 2 Series? (Campaign #26V438000)
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, this component can wear out and overheat, causing a fire. If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which could cause serious injury. This is a serious situation that requires immediate attention to prevent harm. Your dealership will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, free of charge. You'll get a notification by letter on August 28, 2026, with instructions on how to schedule the repair, which will be done at no cost to you.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2023 BMW 2 Series? (Campaign #26V056000)
The starter motor in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain 2021-2024 models, the starter motor can overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component. If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire, which increases the risk of serious injury, as a fire in your vehicle can spread quickly and pose a significant threat to you and others nearby. Your BMW dealer will replace the engine starter motor with a new one, free of charge. You'll receive a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair once the remedy is available, and you may also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331 for more information.