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NHTSARecalled Aug 1, 2024 · #24V576000

Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice