BMW X3, X4 +5 more: Electrical system — starter assembly

Affects BMW X3, X4, 230I, 530I, 430I, 330I, Z4 · 2021–2024 — about 87K vehicles.

The hazard

Fire increases the risk of injury.

What to do

Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational