2025 BMW vehicles recalled for loose starter-generator connection defect
BMW is recalling certain 2025 BMW vehicles because the electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose, potentially causing engine stall or fire.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: Score 3 (High): Serious potential hazards including engine stall with risk of crash and fire from overheating wiring. No reported injuries or incidents are documented in the source. Classified as High per the rubric criterion for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025 BMW vehicles including the 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), and X3 30 xDrive. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
A loose starter-generator connection can result in engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The wiring may also overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Vehicle owners can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- BMW 430I, 330I, X3, 430I XDRIVE
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Affected units
- 4,557
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 (7)
- 430I
- 330I
- X3
- 430I XDRIVE
- 530I XDRIVE
- 530I
- 330I XDRIVE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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