BMW recalls more than 145,000 vehicles over fire risk from overheated starters

BMW to recall over 145,000 US vehicles, citing starter motor defect

BMW is recalling over 145,000 vehicles in the U.S. as an overheated starter could increase the risk of a fire, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Wednesday.

BMW recalls over 145K vehicles over fire risk from overheated starters

(The Hill) – BMW has recalled more than 145,000 vehicles over fire risk from overheated starters, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).  The recall was announced on Sept. 25 and it involved 145,102 vehicles, impacting X5, X6, X7, 2020 340I, 840I and 740 LI models.  NHTSA said that in some cases, the engine starter might not start the car properly, which could lead to the local overheating of the engine starter.…

BMW issues recall on more than 145,000 vehicles citing fire risk

BMW recalls models due to starter motor fire risk. Affected owners will be notified by Nov. 17, 2025. Check VINs on NHTSA.gov for details.

BMW recalls more than 145,000 vehicles over fire risk from overheated starters

BMW has recalled more than 145,000 vehicles over fire risk from overheated starters, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).  The recall was announced on Sept. 25 and it involved 145,102 vehicles, impacting X5, X6, X7, 2020 340I, 840I and 740 LI models.  NHTSA said that in some cases, the engine starter might…

BMW recalling 145K cars over fire risk from engine defect — its second recall this week

BMW is recalling over 145,000 vehicles in the US as an overheated starter could increase the risk of a fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Wednesday.

BMW recalls more than 145,000 vehicles over potential fire hazard

BMW said the recalled vehicle's engine starter may not start the vehicle properly, causing the engine to overheat, potentially leading to a fire.