3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series

Recalling firm
Bmw
Product
Passenger car. 3 series, 5 series, 7 series
Reason
Water may enter the starter motor and cause damage. As a result, the engine may no longer start, or the starter motor may short-circuit or remain continuously activated. This could cause local overheating of the starter motor or thermal overload of surrounding components and lead to a vehicle fire, including when the ignition is switched off. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
European Union
Agency
SAFETY-GATE
Recall date
2026-09-18
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
DE
Distribution
Germany

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/a1c9412a-ead9-49e9-a1f2-458f894cb69c