2021
This problem appears in the reviewed records for this model year.
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Engine owner reports: BMW 3 Series years in the records
Owner reports are bound to model year 2021. A year on this list does not mean every car has the problem.
Years we reviewed
What to inspect
- 1Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Sources and limits
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“25V-636 This has been unresolved for 6 months with no sign of a fix. It’s a starter motor, not the space shuttle.”
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“I am submitting a claim pertaining to NHTSA Recall Number 25V636000 which pertains to a engine starter issue that can result in fire. This recall was reported first on September 23, 2025 and has been gone without a remedy. Since as of today, it has been 212 days without a solution that I am driving a car that may catch fire. This is too long and I am seeking remediation in the form of a replacement vehicle.”
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“My check engine light came on stating my engine coolant was low. I took it to a shop and was told I needed to replace my filter/coolant housing assembly.”
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“I have reached out to both the manufacturer and dealership regarding “Recall Campaign No. 25V-636: Engine Starter” who both do not have a remedy for this recall and do not have a reasonable timeframe of when it will be resolved.”
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“Motor mounts failed on 2021 G20 that only has 52k miles. Vehicle when purchased as CPO had 27k miles and was suppose to be inspected to be certified as CPO. In less than 30k miles from time of purchase it seems these failed early resulting in me driving the vehicle in an unsafe manner until they were scheduled for repair”