CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
- Risk
- A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
If the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter to overheat from an electrical overload. An overheated starter can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, creating a risk of fire.
Dealers will update the vehicle software free of charge to address the problem. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. If you have questions, you may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 340xi | 2020 |
|---|---|
| BMW 740i | 20202021 |
| BMW 740xi | 20202021 |
| BMW 840i | 2020 |
| BMW 840i xDrive | 2020 |
| BMW M340I | 2020 |
| BMW M340XI | 2020 |
| BMW X5 | 20192020 |
| BMW X6 | 2020 |
| BMW X7 | 20192020 |