NHTSA Recall 24V576000
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC. Component: Engine And Engine Cooling. Reported 2024-08-01. An estimated 105,588 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.