CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
An extra bolt in the starter motor may be able to fall into the transmission housing. If that happens, the engine can stall while driving, which increases the risk of a crash.
If your vehicle is affected, BMW will notify you. Authorized dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt and remove it if it is present. They will also check the starter for damage and determine whether the bolt has already fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as needed. All repairs are free of charge. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW X5 | 2020 |
|---|---|
| BMW X7 | 2020 |