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NHTSARecalled Jul 8, 2026 · #26V441000

Park Outside: 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 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance 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
Park Outside: 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 outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.

View the official CPSC notice