BMW X5: Replace The Engine Starter Motor
BMW is recalling 4 X5 vehicles in the United Kingdom because the engine starter motor's electrical contacts may overheat, which could increase current flow and create a fire risk. The affected vehicles will have their starter motors replaced. This is classified as a serious safety issue.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW X5. Units affected: 4
- Reason
- For affected vehicles local overheating may occur at the electrical contacts of the vehicle's engine starter motor. This may cause an increase in current flow resulting in local overheating or risk of thermal event. Remedy: Replacement of the starter motor.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2025-10-07
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/49e928d8-7a89-48ce-9782-1eb3cabf6b40