CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
- 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 became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.
What this recall means for you
The engine starter relay can corrode over time. When corroded, the relay may overheat and short circuit, which increases the risk of a fire.
Until the repair is done, park the vehicle outside and away from buildings or other structures. The dealer will replace the engine starter at no charge. You can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW 230i | 2022 |
|---|---|
| BMW 330i | 201920202021 |
| BMW 430i | 20212022 |
| BMW 430i Convertible | 20212022 |
| BMW 530i | 202020212022 |
| BMW X3 | 202020212022 |
| BMW X4 | 202020212022 |
| BMW Z4 | 2019202020212022 |
| Toyota Supra | 202020212022 |