BMW Starter Motor
BMW recalls certain 2023-2026 models over starter motor fire risk.
Park your vehicle outdoors and away from structures. Contact your BMW dealer to schedule a free repair. Do not drive the vehicle until the repair is completed.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 318,495
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- August 31, 2026
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-800-525-7417
Why it was recalled
BMW is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series Coupe, 3 Series, 2021-2025 X4, and 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component, increasing the risk of injury.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
BMW 530I XDRIVE (2021-2026), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-07-24 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification