NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW of North America, LLC - Starter-Generator Electrical Connection May Fail
Published: April 1, 2025Recall ID: 25V202000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
Affected Products
Starter-Generator Electrical Connection May Fail
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Starter-Generator Electrical Connection May Fail |
| Nhtsa id | 25V202000 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V202000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Defect summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose. |
| Completion rate | 95.98 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Consequence summary | A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Potentially affected | 4557 |
| Report received date | 2025-04-01T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |