Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Greater than 15,000 BMW automobiles recalled as a consequence of hearth threat

BMWAustralia has issued a product security recall for greater than 15,000 automobiles throughout its X3, X4, Z4, 3 Sequence, 4 Sequence, 5 Sequence and 6 Sequence mannequin traces.

First found in BMW-powered four-cylinder Toyota Supra automobiles offered within the US, the issue pertains to doubtlessly defective starter motors hooked up to the turbocharged ‘B48’ 2.0-litre petrol engine within the BMW 320d, 320i, 330i, 420i, 430i, 520d, 520i, 530i, 620d, 630i, X3, X4, and Z4.

“Because of a producing defect, insufficient sealing of the starter motor might permit moisture to enter into the unit. If this happens, corrosion might end result within the engine not beginning,” says BMW in its recall discover.

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“In uncommon circumstances, it might additionally trigger a brief circuit resulting in overheating of the starter motor and within the worst case, to a car hearth whereas parked or driving.

“A car hearth might improve the chance of harm or dying to car occupants, different street customers, bystanders and/or injury to property.”

  • A complete of 15,352 automobiles are affected, produced between 2016 and 2020
  • The Automobile Identification Quantity (VIN) listing is hooked up right here
  • The unique recall discover is hooked up right here

In the event you personal an affected car, you’ll be contacted by BMW to schedule an appointment instantly along with your most popular authorised BMW seller to switch the starter motor, freed from cost.

When you’ve got any additional questions, you possibly can contact BMW Australia through its recall hotline (1800 243 675), through e mail (data@bmw.com.au) or through its recall web site.

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