BMW X6 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 1, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2019–2021 BMW — 10 models

Recall number

24V576000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 105,588 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.