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BMW 3 SERIES, X5, X6, X7 — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2025-09-25

BMW vehicles previous recall repairs may not be effective

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-09-25
Manufacturer	BMW
Models affected	3 SERIES, X5, X6, X7
Model year	2020, 2019 2020
Units affected	14573
Defect	On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a BMW dealer during recall 12 83 24RC (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-444) may not be effective. As a result, certain vehicles require a second repair._x000D_ 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	Engine
Remedy	BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.
Recall number	2025-514
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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