BMW — recall

Automotive · Japan · 2025-06-05

宝马 car starter generator B-terminal may have a gap between sleeve and lead frame

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-06-05
Manufacturer	BMW Japan Co., Ltd.
Models affected	BMW X3 20d xDrive and others
Units affected	46
Defect	Due to improper manufacturing control at the B-terminal of the starter generator, a gap may occur between the sleeve and the lead frame. As a result, the connection may loosen, resistance may increase, the B-terminal may abnormally overheat, the warning light may illuminate, and in the worst case, it may lead to a fire. Alternatively, the engine may stop while driving, making the vehicle unable to run.
Recall number	外-4006
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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