BMW of North America has announced another significant recall related to the electrical system, this time involving more than 145,000 vehicles. This latest action, filed under NHTSA Campaign Number 25V-644, highlights the risk of a starter motor overheating due to an electrical overload after repeated starting attempts. The issue poses a serious fire hazard and requires immediate attention from affected owners.
What’s the Problem?
BMW reports that in certain vehicles, the starter relay can overload the starter motor, leading to overheating. Overheating of electrical components within the starter can increase the risk of a fire, whether the vehicle is in operation or parked.
The recall affects the following BMW models:
- 2020 BMW 340i
- 2019-2020 BMW X5
- 2020 BMW X6
- 2020–2025 BMW 840i
- 2020–2022 BMW 740Li
- 2019–2020 BMW X7
BMW Engine Starter Replacement
BMW dealers will correct the problem by replacing the engine starter.. Importantly, this recall also applies to vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 24V-576—owners of those vehicles will need to have their cars repaired again.
- Owner Notification Letters: Scheduled to begin mailing on November 17, 2025.
- If your vehicle is affected, schedule an appointment with your BMW dealer for the repair.
- Be aware of potential warning signs such as difficulty starting, electrical smells, or unusual sounds from the engine bay.
- As a precaution, consider parking your vehicle outdoors until repairs are complete.
BMW’s repeated starter relay recalls underscore the importance of taking electrical issues seriously. Even if you’ve had a previous recall repair completed, your vehicle may still be affected and require another fix. Safety should come first—make sure your BMW is repaired promptly once recall notifications are issued.
