BMW X5 — recall

Automotive · United Kingdom · 2024-08-14

BMW X5 starter motor may overload due to repeated lengthy engine start attempts

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-08-14
Manufacturer	BMW
Models affected	X5
Units affected	1
Defect	On affected vehicles the starter motor may be overloaded due to repeated lengthy attempts to start the engine as the software based overload protection is not sufficient.
Remedy	On affected vehicles improved software will be installed on the DME (engine starter motor electronics control unit)
Recall number	R/2024/319
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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