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BMW 3 SERIES, X5, X6, X7 — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2024-08-01

BMW vehicle starter could overheat from repeated engine starts, causing component contact

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-08-01
Manufacturer	BMW
Models affected	3 SERIES, X5, X6, X7
Model year	2020, 2019 2020
Units affected	11802
Defect	On certain vehicles, if you try to start the engine repeatedly, the starter could overheat. If this happens, and nearby components contact the starter, it could cause a fire._x000D_ A fire can create the risk of injury.
Component	Electrical
Remedy	BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the vehicle software.
Recall number	2024-444
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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