BMW Starter Motor Saga Expands in China, Over 150,000 Cars and SUVs Affected
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BMW Starter Motor Saga Expands in China, Over 150,000 Cars and SUVs Affected
No fewer than 151,076 vehicles are being recalled in China by the folks at BMW, covering everything from the compact 2 Series all the way to the 7 Series. The starter motors in these vehicles can become electrically problematic in particularly unwelcome ways. There is also a much smaller campaign over software that may fail to properly warn drivers about integrated brake assist issues. Filed with China's State Administration for Mark... (continu…
BMW has announced the recall from the market of about 189,130 vehicles manufactured from July 2014 to November 2020, after a problem that could allow water penetration.German transport authorities have raised concerns that the moisture could cause corrosion and electrical short circuit, creating in severe cases a fire hazard in the engine compartment.The traction affects several popular BMW models, including the 3 Series, 5 Series and 7 Series, …
BMW has initiated a global recall of 3, 5, and 7 Series sedan models manufactured between 2014 and 2020 due to a fire risk caused by water ingress and corrosion in the starter motor. The problem stems from a weakness in the sealing gaskets; owners may experience symptoms such as difficulty starting the engine or a burning smell. BMW is replacing the starter motor free of charge to resolve the issue.
The German Automobile Inspection Agency (KBA) has discovered a technical defect in the starter relay of some BMW models in its latest assessment that could lead to water ingress and ultimately a fire. Following the report, BMW has initiated a recall of more than 189,000 sedans produced between 2014 and 2020 to fix the problem free of charge.
More than 185,000 BMW 3-Series, 5-Series & 7-Series models recalled - The Supercar Blog
BMW is recalling 189,130 cars from its 3-Series, 5-Series and 7-Series lineups over a starter motor issue that could potentially lead to a fire. The problem concerns the starter relay, which does not have enough protection against water. Over time, moisture can enter the component and corrode its internal contacts. In some cases, this corrosion […]
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