The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your car start when you turn the key. In certain models, the starter can wear down and overheat, causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter, and once the repair is ready, you'll get another letter with instructions on how to schedule the fix.
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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.
The engine starter relay in your vehicle is a small but crucial part that helps your car start. In some 2019-2022 models, this relay can corrode and overheat, causing a serious problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the relay overheats, it could catch fire, which could spread to other parts of your vehicle. This is a serious risk that could lead to a fire in your car.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay with a new one, at no cost to you. In the meantime, please park your vehicle outside and away from flammable materials.
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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 48-volt battery in your vehicle is a specialized battery that helps power some of the car's systems. In some 2021 BMW models, the connection between this battery and the starter-generator might not have been assembled correctly, which can cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this connection isn't fixed, the electrical resistance could get too high, and that could cause a fire. A fire in your vehicle is a serious risk, especially since it could happen while you're driving or parked.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the connection and replace it if necessary, all for free. You'll get a notification letter around April 12, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as you can. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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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 Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The traction battery in your vehicle powers the electric motor. In some 2020-2021 models, tiny debris might have gotten into the battery cells during production.
Risk if Unfixed
If the debris causes a short-circuit, it could lead to a fire or an injury. This is a serious risk, and you should take steps to minimize it.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect and replace the battery module, free of charge, once the remedy is available. In the meantime, avoid charging your vehicle, driving in manual or sport mode, and using the shift paddles.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The 12V battery in your hybrid vehicle helps start the engine and powers accessories. In some 2020-2021 models, the welding on the battery cells might not be secure, creating a path for electricity to leak and cause a short-circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery short-circuits, it could catch fire, which could harm you or others nearby, and also damage your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the battery and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. They'll take care of this fix for you, and you can contact them at 1-800-525-7417 if you have any questions.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
This model year has 5 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 2021 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #26V056000)
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your car start when you turn the key. In certain models, the starter can wear down and overheat, causing a fire. If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which could lead to serious injury. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter, and once the repair is ready, you'll get another letter with instructions on how to schedule the fix.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY recall for the 2021 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #25V636000)
The engine starter relay in your vehicle is a small but crucial part that helps your car start. In some 2019-2022 models, this relay can corrode and overheat, causing a serious problem. If the relay overheats, it could catch fire, which could spread to other parts of your vehicle. This is a serious risk that could lead to a fire in your car. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay with a new one, at no cost to you. In the meantime, please park your vehicle outside and away from flammable materials.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY recall for the 2021 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #20V761000)
The 48-volt battery in your vehicle is a specialized battery that helps power some of the car's systems. In some 2021 BMW models, the connection between this battery and the starter-generator might not have been assembled correctly, which can cause problems. If this connection isn't fixed, the electrical resistance could get too high, and that could cause a fire. A fire in your vehicle is a serious risk, especially since it could happen while you're driving or parked. Your BMW dealer will inspect the connection and replace it if necessary, all for free. You'll get a notification letter around April 12, and you should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as you can. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY recall for the 2021 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #20V601000)
The traction battery in your vehicle powers the electric motor. In some 2020-2021 models, tiny debris might have gotten into the battery cells during production. If the debris causes a short-circuit, it could lead to a fire or an injury. This is a serious risk, and you should take steps to minimize it. Your BMW dealer will inspect and replace the battery module, free of charge, once the remedy is available. In the meantime, avoid charging your vehicle, driving in manual or sport mode, and using the shift paddles.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY recall for the 2021 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #20V490000)
The 12V battery in your hybrid vehicle helps start the engine and powers accessories. In some 2020-2021 models, the welding on the battery cells might not be secure, creating a path for electricity to leak and cause a short-circuit. If the battery short-circuits, it could catch fire, which could harm you or others nearby, and also damage your vehicle. Your BMW dealer will inspect the battery and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. They'll take care of this fix for you, and you can contact them at 1-800-525-7417 if you have any questions.