The high-pressure fuel rail in your vehicle is a critical part that delivers fuel to your engine. In some 2022 X1, X3, and 228i Gran Coupe models, this rail can crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel rail cracks and leaks, it could cause a fire in the presence of an ignition source. This is a serious situation that could put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel rail with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The mechatronics unit in your transmission is like a brain that helps control your car's gears. In some 2022 BMW models, it might not have been put together correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the mechatronics unit leaks, it could cause your transmission to malfunction, and your car might roll away when you park it. This increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty transmission mechatronics unit with a new one, free of charge. You can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The starter assembly is the part that helps your car start when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 3 Series, 5 Series, and other BMW models, this part could wear out and overheat, causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which increases the risk of serious injury. A fire in your car could spread quickly and cause burns or other harm.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair when you receive the first letter, and then again when you're notified that the repair is ready.
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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 a small part that helps your engine start. In certain 2019-2022 BMW models, this relay can corrode, causing it to overheat and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter relay overheats, it could start a fire in your engine compartment while you're parked or driving. This could cause significant damage to your vehicle and potentially put you at risk.
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 until the repair is done.
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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 locking mechanism on the side doors of your X3 is the part that keeps the doors locked when you close them. In some 2022-2024 models, this mechanism might not work right, letting you unlock the doors with just one motion.
Risk if Unfixed
If the doors can be unlocked and unlatched accidentally, they could open while you're driving, putting people in the back seats at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will fix this by replacing the faulty locking module with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
The rear cargo rail attachment is a metal piece that helps keep your cargo secure in the back of your X3. It could be damaged in a rear crash and break loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cargo rail detaches during a crash, it could increase the risk of injury from loose cargo inside the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the cargo rail attachment bolts for you, at no cost. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and if your vehicle was previously repaired under recall 24V-534, you'll need to have it done again to ensure your safety.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.
The interior cargo rail in your X3 is a metal bar that helps keep items secure in the back of your car. In certain 2018-2023 models, this rail might break loose in a rear-end crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cargo rail comes loose in a crash, it could hit you or a passenger, causing injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the bolts that hold the cargo rail in place, and this repair is free. You'll get a letter with the details, but you can also contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 if you have any questions or want to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
