The starter motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine on. In certain models, it can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a small internal part.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could cause a fire inside the engine compartment. This increases the risk of serious injury from the fire.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter motor with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, which is expected to be mailed 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.
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that gets your engine running. In some 2021-2024 models, the internal component can wear out and cause the starter to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which increases the risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice, and you can contact BMW or Toyota customer service if you have any questions.
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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 starter relay in your vehicle is like a switch that helps start the engine. In certain 2019-2022 models, this relay can corrode and overheat, causing a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter relay overheats and shorts, it could cause a fire, which could lead to serious damage or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay for free. Meanwhile, please park your vehicle in an open area, away from buildings and other flammable materials, until the repair is done.
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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 your car's engine and features like start-stop technology. In certain 2021 models, the connection to the starter-generator may not have been assembled correctly, causing a problem with electricity flow.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection isn't working right, it could cause a fire in your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. 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 is like a big pack of energy cells that powers your car. In some cases, tiny debris might have gotten inside the 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 that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the battery module and replace it if needed, all for free. In the meantime, you should avoid charging your vehicle, driving in manual or sport mode, and using the shift paddles until the repair is completed.
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Original — What Happened
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.
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 5 Series? (Campaign #26V438000)
The starter motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine on. In certain models, it can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a small internal part. If the starter motor overheats, it could cause a fire inside the engine compartment. This increases the risk of serious injury from the fire. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter motor with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, which is expected to be mailed on August 28, 2026.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2021 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #26V056000)
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that gets your engine running. In some 2021-2024 models, the internal component can wear out and cause the starter to overheat. If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which increases the risk of serious injury. Your dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice, and you can contact BMW or Toyota customer service if you have any questions.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY recall for the 2021 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #25V636000)
The starter relay in your vehicle is like a switch that helps start the engine. In certain 2019-2022 models, this relay can corrode and overheat, causing a short circuit. If the starter relay overheats and shorts, it could cause a fire, which could lead to serious damage or injury. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay for free. Meanwhile, please park your vehicle in an open area, away from buildings and other flammable materials, until the repair is done.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY recall for the 2021 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #20V761000)
The 48-Volt battery in your vehicle is a specialized battery that helps your car's engine and features like start-stop technology. In certain 2021 models, the connection to the starter-generator may not have been assembled correctly, causing a problem with electricity flow. If the connection isn't working right, it could cause a fire in your vehicle. Your BMW dealer will check the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. 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 5 Series? (Campaign #20V601000)
The traction battery in your vehicle is like a big pack of energy cells that powers your car. In some cases, tiny debris might have gotten inside the cells during production. If the debris causes a short-circuit, it could lead to a fire or an injury. This is a serious risk that requires immediate attention. Your BMW dealer will inspect the battery module and replace it if needed, all for free. In the meantime, you should avoid charging your vehicle, driving in manual or sport mode, and using the shift paddles until the repair is completed.