BMW — recall

Automotive · Japan · 2025-10-16

Origin: ドイツ連邦共和国

BMW auto's starter generator B terminal has a manufacturing defect causing a gap

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-10-16
Country of origin	ドイツ連邦共和国
Manufacturer	BMW AG
Models affected	BMW X3 20d xDrive
Units affected	8
Defect	Due to improper manufacturing control at the B terminal of the starter generator, some units may have a gap between the sleeve and the lead frame. As a result, the connection may loosen, resistance may increase, the B terminal may abnormally overheat, and a warning light may illuminate, potentially leading to a fire in the worst case. Alternatively, the engine may stop while driving, rendering the vehicle inoperable.
Component	Charging system (starter generator)
Remedy	Replace the starter generator with a good one on all affected vehicles. Additionally, inspect the B terminal of the starter generator and the B+ cable connection, and replace the B+ cable if necessary.
Recall number	外-4082
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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