Recall 20V465000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY Defect in 2020-2020 BMW X7
RECALL This recall affects up to 21 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 20V465000 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 21 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the transmission housing and cause an engine stall.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter motor for the extra bolt, removing it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the starter for damage, and check if the bolt has fallen into the transmission housing, replacing any damaged parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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