2020
This problem appears in the reviewed records for this model year.
See the year recordReported years
Electrical System:Starter Assembly:Relay recall: BMW X3 years in the records
Official record covers model years 2020 through 2022. A year on this list does not mean every car has the problem.
Years we reviewed
2021
This problem appears in the reviewed records for this model year.
See the year record2022
This problem appears in the reviewed records for this model year.
See the year recordWhat to inspect
- 1Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.
Sources and limits
Source recordEvidence: High confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit. A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.”