Recall 25V636000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY Defect in 2019-2022 BMW 230I

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RECALL This recall affects up to 199,674 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 25V636000
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles Affected 199,674
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

Safety Consequence

A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 14, 2025.

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