Overview

• The latest NHTSA notice covers 145,102 vehicles, including certain 2019–2020 X5 and X7, 2020 X6, 2020 340i, 2020–2025 840i, and 2020–2022 740Li models.
• It follows an urgent park-outside recall for 196,355 vehicles involving a corroding starter relay, which also includes a limited number of 2020–2022 Toyota Supras using BMW engines.
• BMW reports no crashes or injuries related to the starter defects, though overheating can ignite nearby engine protection material in rare circumstances.
• Dealers were notified on Sept. 25, VIN searches and owner letters will be available Nov. 17, and dealers will replace starters free of charge with redesigned units as parts are expedited.
• Investigations and supplier reviews continue, with Valeo identified in filings for the earlier starter issue and BMW Australia indicating its market will be affected pending local notices.