Thousands of BMWs Recalled
Starter defect could present risk of fire in various models.
Certain X7 SUVs are included in the recall to address a starter motor issue.
BMW
BMW recalled more than 100,000 vehicles over a starter issue that can lead to overheating.
The recall includes 2019 and 2020 X5s and X7s, 2020 3 Series sedans and X6s, 2020 and 2021 7 Series sedans, and 2020 8 Series convertibles, coupes and Gran Coupes. Nearly 106,000 are affected.
If one of the vehicles' starter motor fails and a driver tries repeatedly to start it, the starter motor can overheat due to electrical overload and pose risk of fire in the engine compartment, according to a notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website.
The agency estimates 1% of the recalled vehicles have the defect.
BMW dealerships will update vehicles’ software. The German automaker is scheduled to mail recall notices to owners on Sept. 23.
Originally posted on Auto Dealer Today
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