The starter assembly in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, this component can wear down and overheat, potentially causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter assembly overheats and catches fire, there's a risk of serious injury from the flames. The fire could also damage other parts of your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice – it's free, and your safety is the top priority.
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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 motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine over when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, the starter motor can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a critical internal part.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats and catches fire, this could lead to a serious fire inside your engine compartment, which could cause burns or injuries.
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, and you'll receive another letter once the new starter motor is available.
Show original NHTSA language
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.
This model year has 2 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 2023 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #26V438000)
The starter assembly in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, this component can wear down and overheat, potentially causing a fire. If the starter assembly overheats and catches fire, there's a risk of serious injury from the flames. The fire could also damage other parts of your vehicle. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice – it's free, and your safety is the top priority.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2023 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #26V056000)
The starter motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine over when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, the starter motor can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a critical internal part. If the starter motor overheats and catches fire, this could lead to a serious fire inside your engine compartment, which could cause burns or injuries. 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, and you'll receive another letter once the new starter motor is available.