CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
- Risk
- A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. 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- 888-275-9171) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A loose electrical connection between the starter-generator and the battery can develop in certain 2025 BMW 330i, 530i, 4 Series and X3 vehicles. If the connection comes loose, the engine can stall, which raises the risk of a crash. The wiring may also overheat, which increases the risk of a fire.
An authorized BMW dealer will inspect the starter-generator and positive battery cable and replace them if needed. The repair is free of charge. BMW mailed interim owner letters about this safety risk on May 28, 2025, and will send second letters once the remedy is available.
Owners can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 330i | 2025 |
|---|---|
| BMW 330i xDrive | 2025 |
| BMW 430i | 2025 |
| BMW 430i xDrive | 2025 |
| BMW 530i | 2025 |
| BMW 530i xDrive | 2025 |
| BMW X3 | 2025 |