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NHTSARecalled Sep 23, 2025 · #25V636000

Engine Starter May Corrode and Overheat

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect, Fire risk when parked

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Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit. A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

Product details

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

What you should do

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 14, 2025.

View the official CPSC notice