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SevereNHTSA·25V109000·Announced 2025-02-21

BMW X3 battery cable connection can overheat stalling the engine

BMW is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles because the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may be improperly tightened and overheat.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: Rubric level 4 covers structural vehicle defects: the source states the overheating connection can stall the engine, which is a total loss of propulsion, alongside a fire risk.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. About 114 units are potentially affected.

The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.

NHTSA states that an overheated battery cable connection can cause an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash, and that an overheated battery cable increases the risk of a fire.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator, or replace the positive battery cable and starter-generator if necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X3
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electrical system
Hazard
Affected units
114

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • X3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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