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BMW Recalls 145,000 Vehicles Over Starter Defect and Fire Risk

Owner letters plus NHTSA VIN searches start Nov. 17, with free starter replacements supplied by dealers.

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The BMW logo is displayed at a BMW dealership on April 07, 2025 in Alhambra, California.

Overview

  • The recall covers 145,102 U.S. vehicles posted Sept. 25 on NHTSA, including 2019–2020 X5 and X7, 2020 X6 and 340i, 2020–2025 840i, and 2020–2022 740Li.
  • BMW says the starter may fail to start properly and overheat, potentially igniting nearby engine protection material, with no accidents or injuries reported.
  • Dealers will install a differently designed starter at no cost, and owners who previously paid for related repairs may qualify for reimbursement.
  • BMW notified dealers on Sept. 25, and owner notification letters plus VIN lookup on NHTSA.gov are scheduled for Nov. 17.
  • This action includes vehicles previously addressed under the August 2024 recall 24V576; the new NHTSA campaign number is 25V644, and owners can call 1-800-525-7417.