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2022 BMW 3 Series ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #26V056000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that turns on the engine when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, this component can overheat and catch fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats and catches fire, it could cause a serious burn injury or a fire in your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. You'll get a second letter once the repair is ready, and you can schedule the fix as soon as you receive it.
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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.
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Other BMW 3 Series 2022 Recalls

POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
15 recalls
2019
9 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 2022 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 recall for the 2022 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #26V056000)

The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that turns on the engine when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, this component can overheat and catch fire. If the starter overheats and catches fire, it could cause a serious burn injury or a fire in your vehicle. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. You'll get a second letter once the repair is ready, and you can schedule the fix as soon as you receive it.