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2019 BMW 3 Series ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #25V636000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter relay in your car is like a switch that helps your engine turn on when you start the car. In your 2019-2022 BMW, the relay might corrode and overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the relay overheats and short circuits, it could cause a fire in your engine compartment, which could spread to other parts of your car.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay for you, at no cost. Park your vehicle outside until the repair is done to be safe. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2025 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 14, 2025.
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Other BMW 3 Series 2019 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
ENGINE
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
SEATS
1 recall

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
15 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
11 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
8 recalls
2002
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2019 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. 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:RELAY recall for the 2019 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #25V636000)

The starter relay in your car is like a switch that helps your engine turn on when you start the car. In your 2019-2022 BMW, the relay might corrode and overheat. If the relay overheats and short circuits, it could cause a fire in your engine compartment, which could spread to other parts of your car. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay for you, at no cost. Park your vehicle outside until the repair is done to be safe. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2025 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.