BMW product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 25, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2019–2025 BMW — 6 models

Recall number

25V644000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 145,102 units

Why it was recalled

An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.

What to do

Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.