Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
15 RecallsThese are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall Date: Aug 1, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i, X7 Drive50i, X7 M50i vehicles with third-row seats. One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall Date: Sep 7, 2022
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall Date: Apr 20, 2022
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Feb 19, 2021
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Feb 10, 2021
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Sep 27, 2019
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X5 xDrive50i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The left side wheel bolts may have been insufficiently tightened and may loosen over time.
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Jul 23, 2019
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 750i xDrive, 2019 M850i xDrive Coupe, M850i xDrive Convertible, X5 xDrive50i, X7 xDrive50i, and M5 vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may not have been properly attached to the engine, which may cause the fuel pump flange to crack, resulting in a fuel leak.
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Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Jul 3, 2019
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles. The driver and passenger head air bags may not have been properly aligned with the trim during installation.
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FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: May 23, 2019
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Safety Issue:
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019 BMW X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles equipped with the "business lounge seat" option. The attachment bolts between the seat adapter and the vehicle may not have been properly tightened.
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FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Feb 27, 2019
Consumer Complaints
48 ComplaintsBmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that after depressing the Push-To-Start button, the vehicle hesitated to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). In addition, the contact was advised that the starter needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost not covered under the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that after depressing the Push-To-Start button, the vehicle hesitated to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). In addition, the contact was advised that the starter needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost not covered under the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that after depressing the Push-To-Start button, the vehicle hesitated to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). In addition, the contact was advised that the starter needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost not covered under the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Mfg Campaign: 11669190
Recall Date: Jun 25, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that after depressing the Push-To-Start button, the vehicle hesitated to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). In addition, the contact was advised that the starter needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost not covered under the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that after depressing the Push-To-Start button, the vehicle hesitated to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). In addition, the contact was advised that the starter needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost not covered under the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that after depressing the Push-To-Start button, the vehicle hesitated to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). In addition, the contact was advised that the starter needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost not covered under the warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Mfg Campaign: 11669190
Recall Date: Jun 25, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
My vehicle just stopped, in the middle of a busy 95 South Cross Bronx Expressway.
Corrective Action:
My vehicle just stopped, in the middle of a busy 95 South Cross Bronx Expressway.
Additional Notes:
My vehicle just stopped, in the middle of a busy 95 South Cross Bronx Expressway.
Mfg Campaign: 11666662
Recall Date: Jun 13, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
My vehicle just stopped, in the middle of a busy 95 South Cross Bronx Expressway.
Corrective Action:
My vehicle just stopped, in the middle of a busy 95 South Cross Bronx Expressway.
Additional Notes:
My vehicle just stopped, in the middle of a busy 95 South Cross Bronx Expressway.
Mfg Campaign: 11666662
Recall Date: Jun 13, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Hello, This USV problem with starter and my vehicle have been replace 3 times for starter, I received letter from BMW for recall starter and update firmware and brought to Sterling BMW in Newport Beach California and dealer only update firmware also denied to replace the starter, I told them this starter issue for many time during the factory warranty and each starter last only 16 months after replacement Now they want to charge $1500 for replace starter again
Corrective Action:
Hello, This USV problem with starter and my vehicle have been replace 3 times for starter, I received letter from BMW for recall starter and update firmware and brought to Sterling BMW in Newport Beach California and dealer only update firmware also denied to replace the starter, I told them this starter issue for many time during the factory warranty and each starter last only 16 months after replacement Now they want to charge $1500 for replace starter again
Additional Notes:
Hello, This USV problem with starter and my vehicle have been replace 3 times for starter, I received letter from BMW for recall starter and update firmware and brought to Sterling BMW in Newport Beach California and dealer only update firmware also denied to replace the starter, I told them this starter issue for many time during the factory warranty and each starter last only 16 months after replacement Now they want to charge $1500 for replace starter again
Mfg Campaign: 11666134
Recall Date: Jun 10, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the starter motor. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the starter motor. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the starter motor. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11660474
Recall Date: May 12, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the starter motor. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the starter motor. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the starter motor. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11660474
Recall Date: May 12, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The contact owned a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated while the vehicle was occupied and parked in the garage at the residence, the contact’s husband attempted several times to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and escalated the issue to the claims department. The failure mileage was 49,447.
Corrective Action:
The contact owned a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated while the vehicle was occupied and parked in the garage at the residence, the contact’s husband attempted several times to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and escalated the issue to the claims department. The failure mileage was 49,447.
Additional Notes:
The contact owned a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated while the vehicle was occupied and parked in the garage at the residence, the contact’s husband attempted several times to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and escalated the issue to the claims department. The failure mileage was 49,447.
Mfg Campaign: 11652377
Recall Date: Apr 2, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owned a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated while the vehicle was occupied and parked in the garage at the residence, the contact’s husband attempted several times to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and escalated the issue to the claims department. The failure mileage was 49,447.
Corrective Action:
The contact owned a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated while the vehicle was occupied and parked in the garage at the residence, the contact’s husband attempted several times to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and escalated the issue to the claims department. The failure mileage was 49,447.
Additional Notes:
The contact owned a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated while the vehicle was occupied and parked in the garage at the residence, the contact’s husband attempted several times to start the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and escalated the issue to the claims department. The failure mileage was 49,447.
Mfg Campaign: 11652377
Recall Date: Apr 2, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
Our car stopped at light and then wouldn’t start back up. Had roadside assistance come and battery is normal. I’m stranded at the moment blocking a lane and it seems to be the starter. There is a recall on starters from 2019-2020 on X7. My VIN is not included so the recall should be expanded.
Corrective Action:
Our car stopped at light and then wouldn’t start back up. Had roadside assistance come and battery is normal. I’m stranded at the moment blocking a lane and it seems to be the starter. There is a recall on starters from 2019-2020 on X7. My VIN is not included so the recall should be expanded.
Additional Notes:
Our car stopped at light and then wouldn’t start back up. Had roadside assistance come and battery is normal. I’m stranded at the moment blocking a lane and it seems to be the starter. There is a recall on starters from 2019-2020 on X7. My VIN is not included so the recall should be expanded.
Mfg Campaign: 11649965
Recall Date: Mar 23, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that upon a warm start of the engine, a "System Overheating re-starting engine possible after cooling" message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The contact would be forced to open the hood to allow the engine to cool for several minutes before the vehicle would start up and resume normal operation. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that upon a warm start of the engine, a "System Overheating re-starting engine possible after cooling" message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The contact would be forced to open the hood to allow the engine to cool for several minutes before the vehicle would start up and resume normal operation. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that upon a warm start of the engine, a "System Overheating re-starting engine possible after cooling" message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The contact would be forced to open the hood to allow the engine to cool for several minutes before the vehicle would start up and resume normal operation. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11647722
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that upon a warm start of the engine, a "System Overheating re-starting engine possible after cooling" message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The contact would be forced to open the hood to allow the engine to cool for several minutes before the vehicle would start up and resume normal operation. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that upon a warm start of the engine, a "System Overheating re-starting engine possible after cooling" message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The contact would be forced to open the hood to allow the engine to cool for several minutes before the vehicle would start up and resume normal operation. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that upon a warm start of the engine, a "System Overheating re-starting engine possible after cooling" message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The contact would be forced to open the hood to allow the engine to cool for several minutes before the vehicle would start up and resume normal operation. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000 (Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11647722
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter. When looking online it appears there is an active recall for this very issue but my VIN is not registered with the recall. BMW believes that my car should be covered under this warranty and advised filing a report with the NHTSA to have it extended to my car. The vehicle is a 2019 and was produced in March of 2019.
Corrective Action:
When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter. When looking online it appears there is an active recall for this very issue but my VIN is not registered with the recall. BMW believes that my car should be covered under this warranty and advised filing a report with the NHTSA to have it extended to my car. The vehicle is a 2019 and was produced in March of 2019.
Additional Notes:
When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter. When looking online it appears there is an active recall for this very issue but my VIN is not registered with the recall. BMW believes that my car should be covered under this warranty and advised filing a report with the NHTSA to have it extended to my car. The vehicle is a 2019 and was produced in March of 2019.
Mfg Campaign: 11641212
Recall Date: Feb 6, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter. When looking online it appears there is an active recall for this very issue but my VIN is not registered with the recall. BMW believes that my car should be covered under this warranty and advised filing a report with the NHTSA to have it extended to my car. The vehicle is a 2019 and was produced in March of 2019.
Corrective Action:
When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter. When looking online it appears there is an active recall for this very issue but my VIN is not registered with the recall. BMW believes that my car should be covered under this warranty and advised filing a report with the NHTSA to have it extended to my car. The vehicle is a 2019 and was produced in March of 2019.
Additional Notes:
When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter. When looking online it appears there is an active recall for this very issue but my VIN is not registered with the recall. BMW believes that my car should be covered under this warranty and advised filing a report with the NHTSA to have it extended to my car. The vehicle is a 2019 and was produced in March of 2019.
Mfg Campaign: 11641212
Recall Date: Feb 6, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
I was driving on a 3 lane road during the day with no cars near me with my hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road when the car applied the emergency braking and came to a complete stop. Thankfully no one was behind me. This was the second time it happened in a two week span.
Corrective Action:
I was driving on a 3 lane road during the day with no cars near me with my hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road when the car applied the emergency braking and came to a complete stop. Thankfully no one was behind me. This was the second time it happened in a two week span.
Additional Notes:
I was driving on a 3 lane road during the day with no cars near me with my hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road when the car applied the emergency braking and came to a complete stop. Thankfully no one was behind me. This was the second time it happened in a two week span.
Mfg Campaign: 11638944
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Corrective Action:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Additional Notes:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Mfg Campaign: 11638184
Recall Date: Jan 24, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
STEERING
Potential Consequences:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Corrective Action:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Additional Notes:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Mfg Campaign: 11638184
Recall Date: Jan 24, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Corrective Action:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Additional Notes:
Remote software update for driver assist, lane departure and other safety updates will not install on the vehicle.
Mfg Campaign: 11638184
Recall Date: Jan 24, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Engine starter of my BMW X7 failed and required replacement. BMW has issued a safety recall "campaign number 24V-576: Engine Starter" related to this issue. Engine starter on my vehicle failed before I had a chance to get software upgrade as suggested by BMW.
Corrective Action:
Engine starter of my BMW X7 failed and required replacement. BMW has issued a safety recall "campaign number 24V-576: Engine Starter" related to this issue. Engine starter on my vehicle failed before I had a chance to get software upgrade as suggested by BMW.
Additional Notes:
Engine starter of my BMW X7 failed and required replacement. BMW has issued a safety recall "campaign number 24V-576: Engine Starter" related to this issue. Engine starter on my vehicle failed before I had a chance to get software upgrade as suggested by BMW.
Mfg Campaign: 11634245
Recall Date: Jan 5, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
Engine starter of my BMW X7 failed and required replacement. BMW has issued a safety recall "campaign number 24V-576: Engine Starter" related to this issue. Engine starter on my vehicle failed before I had a chance to get software upgrade as suggested by BMW.
Corrective Action:
Engine starter of my BMW X7 failed and required replacement. BMW has issued a safety recall "campaign number 24V-576: Engine Starter" related to this issue. Engine starter on my vehicle failed before I had a chance to get software upgrade as suggested by BMW.
Additional Notes:
Engine starter of my BMW X7 failed and required replacement. BMW has issued a safety recall "campaign number 24V-576: Engine Starter" related to this issue. Engine starter on my vehicle failed before I had a chance to get software upgrade as suggested by BMW.
Mfg Campaign: 11634245
Recall Date: Jan 5, 2025
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