Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter assembly in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps your engine start. In some 2021-2024 models, including your Supra, this component can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats and catches fire, it could cause a serious injury. Fire can spread quickly and cause significant damage to your vehicle and surroundings.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one at no cost to you. You'll receive a recall notice on August 28, 2026, and you can also contact BMW or Toyota at the phone numbers above to check if your VIN is affected.
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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.
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