The steering gear in your vehicle is the component that helps you turn the wheels. In some 2024 BMW models, it might not have been tightened correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering gear loosens, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially on the highway. This could lead to a serious accident.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the steering gear for you, free of charge, as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The starter in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, it can overheat and catch fire due to wear on a tiny internal component.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats and catches fire, it could cause a serious burn injury or worse. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your BMW or Toyota dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice in the mail on August 28, 2026.
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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.
