{"id":83881,"date":"2025-10-02T14:53:42","date_gmt":"2025-10-02T18:53:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=83881"},"modified":"2025-10-02T14:53:42","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T18:53:42","slug":"bmw-recalls-145000-cars-and-suvs-over-starter-fire-risk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=83881","title":{"rendered":"BMW Recalls 145,000 Cars and SUVs Over Starter Fire Risk"},"content":{"rendered":"

BMW has announced a new recall affecting 145,102 vehicles in the United States due to a starter motor defect that could potentially cause overheating and, in rare cases, a fire. The recall was posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website on September 25.<\/p>\n

A Follow-Up to Last Year\u2019s Recall<\/h3>\n

This latest action comes just a week after BMW of North America recalled nearly 200,000 cars<\/a>\u2014including some Toyota GR Supra models that share mechanicals with BMW\u2014over a separate starter-related fire risk. While the two recalls share similarities, they stem from different issues and involve different suppliers.<\/p>\n

The previous recall, issued in August 2024, stated that starters were prone to water intrusion, potentially leading to short circuits and overheating. That campaign even included guidance for owners to park their vehicles outside as a precaution. In contrast, the new recall involves starters posing a significantly lower fire risk, with no recommendation for outdoor parking.<\/p>\n

The Root of the Problem<\/h3>\n

According to BMW, the defect occurs if the starter fails to successfully crank the engine. Multiple restart attempts can overload the electrical system within the starter, causing it to overheat. If surrounding protective materials reach ignition temperatures, there is a small risk of fire.<\/p>\n

The recall documentation notes that some vehicles previously repaired under the 2024 campaign are once again affected. At that time, BMW attempted to address the issue with a software update, but reports of failures continued to surface in March 2025. Fortunately, BMW confirmed there have been no crashes, injuries, or fatalities linked to this defect\u2014just as with the earlier starter recall.<\/p>\n

Models Impacted<\/h3>\n

The recall affects several BMW models powered by the brand\u2019s inline-six engines, with the bulk being large SUVs. The full list of impacted vehicles includes:<\/p>\n