Major BMW Recall Affects Multiple Models for Fire Hazard and Engine Starter Faults

The recalls target specific BMW models from 2016 to 2026, addressing issues with engine starter wear and faults that could lead to fires.

BMW has issued a recall for over 300,000 vehicles due to an issue presenting a fire risk, reports USA Today.

As shared in a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report, the issue stems from wear on an internal component, causing the engine starter to overheat and potentially cause a fire.

The following models are included in the recall:

  • 2023-2024 Toyota Supra
  • 2022-2025 BMW 2 Series Coupe 
  • 2021-2023 BMW 5 Series 
  • 2022-2026 BMW Z4
  • 2023-2024 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 
  • 2023-2024 BMW 4 Series Convertible
  • 2023-2024 BMW 4 Series Coupe
  • 2023-2024 BMW 3 Series 
  • 2021-2025 BMW X4 
  • 2021-2024 BMW X3

BMW has also issued a separate recall for over 29,000 vehicles because of another issue related to a faulty engine starter. That recall covers the following:

  • 2018-2020 BMW 530e xDrive 
  • 2017-2019 BMW 740Le xDrive 
  • 2018-2020 BMW 530e iPerformance
  • 2016-2018 BMW 330e iPerformance

Both recalls will have dealers replace the engine starter at no cost to the driver.

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