Overview
- The active call covers 2019–2021 models including 220i Coupé, 3 Series, 5 Series, X3, X4 and Z4 sold in Mexico.
- Profeco cites potential water intrusion into the starter motor that can cause corrosion, no-start conditions, short circuits, local overheating and, in rare cases, fires even when parked.
- BMW México is offering no-cost starter‑motor replacements and is contacting affected owners through dealers, email, phone and in‑car notifications.
- The alert will remain in effect indefinitely as Profeco monitors compliance and urges consumers to report anomalies through its official channels.
- Some coverage notes the initial alert was issued on November 18, 2025, with today’s notice detailing affected models and the remedy process now underway.