The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V441000·Announced 2026-07-08

BMW Recalls 29,119 Vehicles Due to Starter Relay Fire Risk

BMW is recalling 29,119 vehicles because a corroded starter relay may overheat and short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA safety advisory

Park this vehicle outside

NHTSA advises parking it away from buildings and other vehicles until the repair is done — the risk exists even when the vehicle is switched off.

This is the agency’s own advisory, not our assessment. Contact the manufacturer or a dealer, and see the official NHTSA notice for the current guidance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (electrical system) that may increase the risk of a fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, and 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The recall involves 29,119 units where the engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete.

Dealers will replace the engine starter free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026.

The recalled product

Product
BMW 530E XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE, 740LE XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE, 530E IPERFORMANCE, 330E IPERFORMANCE
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electrical System
Hazard
Affected units
29,119

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 (4)

  • 530E XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE
  • 740LE XDRIVE IPERFORMANCE
  • 530E IPERFORMANCE
  • 330E IPERFORMANCE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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