NHTSA Complaint #11707139 — 2020 BMW X5

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11707139
Vehicle	2020 BMW X5
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	December 25, 2025
Date Filed	December 26, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

Starter can malfunction and start fire. Unable to park in garage due to potential fire risk. BMW is aware of the problem. Care was serviced at BMW dealer and said that they have no remedy. This recall is over 15 months old.

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