BMW recalls over 16,000 vehicles in Australia due to fire risk

BMW is recalling more than 16,000 vehicles across nine of its model lines due to a manufacturing defect that poses a potential fire risk.

“Due to a manufacturing defect, the starter motor solenoid switch can experience increased wear that could cause an internal short circuit,” the company says in its recall notice.

“If this occurs, the driver may be unable to start the engine, and in the worst case, the overheating can lead to a fire during vehicle operation.

“A vehicle fire or the driver being unable to restart the engine could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants, and/or damage to property.”

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• A total of 16,578 vehicles are affected, produced between 2020 and 2023
• The 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X4, X5 and Z4 are affected
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to schedule an appointment with an authorised BMW dealership to have the free fix carried out.

“Note: BMW recommends that the vehicle is not left unattended while the engine is running and refrain from using any Remote Engine Start function,” advises BMW.

“The short circuit could lead to local overheating of the starter motor, and the driver may see or smell smoke while driving or exiting the vehicle.”

If you have any further questions, you can call the BMW Australia Recall Hotline on 1800 243 675.

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