2016 BMW 3 Series - Electrical
Recall Summary BMW is recalling 766 plug-in hybrid models from 2016-2020 (3, 5, and 7 Series) because water can leak into the starter relay, causing it to corrode and potentially short circuit or overheat the starter. This creates a fire risk even when the vehicle is parked and turned off. BMW will mail owners instructions to have the engine starter replaced at a dealership.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: 2016 BMW 3 SERIES, 2017 BMW 3 SERIES, 2017 BMW 7 SERIES, 2018 BMW 5 SERIES, 2018 BMW 3 SERIES, 2018 BMW 7 SERIES, 2019 BMW 7 SERIES, 2019 BMW 5 SERIES, 2020 BMW 5 SERIES. System: Electrical. Units affected: 766
- Reason
- Issue: On certain vehicles, water could leak into the starter relay and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the relay could short circuit and the starter could overheat. Note: This recall only affects plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models. Safety Risk: A short circuit and/or a starter that overheats can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, BMW advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- Canada
- Agency
- TC
- Recall date
- 2026-07-08
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Canada-wide
Official recall notice from TC
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/72587f8e-297f-42b9-9d40-27ec88f91b38