The starter motor in your vehicle is the part that helps your car start when you turn the key. In certain models, the starter motor can overheat from too much electrical use, just like how a computer processor can overheat from too much use.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could catch nearby flammable parts in the engine compartment on fire. This could cause a fire that could spread quickly, potentially putting you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter motor with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule this free 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 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.
The starter relay in your vehicle is a small electrical component that helps get your engine going when you turn the key. In certain models, this relay can corrode and fail, leading to a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter relay fails, it could cause a fire in your vehicle, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay with a new one, at no cost to you. Park your vehicle in a safe location away from buildings until the repair is done, and then schedule the appointment when you receive the recall notice.
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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.
The starter motor is the part that helps turn your engine on. In some 2019-2021 BMW models, this motor can overheat and fail if you try to start the car multiple times.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire in the engine compartment, which could cause a serious risk of a fire.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's computer system to prevent overheating, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the update after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
This model year has 3 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 2020 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #25V644000)
The starter motor in your vehicle is the part that helps your car start when you turn the key. In certain models, the starter motor can overheat from too much electrical use, just like how a computer processor can overheat from too much use. If the starter motor overheats, it could catch nearby flammable parts in the engine compartment on fire. This could cause a fire that could spread quickly, potentially putting you and others at risk. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter motor with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule this free 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.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY recall for the 2020 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #25V636000)
The starter relay in your vehicle is a small electrical component that helps get your engine going when you turn the key. In certain models, this relay can corrode and fail, leading to a short circuit. If the starter relay fails, it could cause a fire in your vehicle, which is a serious safety risk. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay with a new one, at no cost to you. Park your vehicle in a safe location away from buildings until the repair is done, and then schedule the appointment when you receive the recall notice.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2020 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #24V576000)
The starter motor is the part that helps turn your engine on. In some 2019-2021 BMW models, this motor can overheat and fail if you try to start the car multiple times. If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire in the engine compartment, which could cause a serious risk of a fire. Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's computer system to prevent overheating, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the update after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.