2019–2022 BMW 230I, BMW 330I, BMW 430I +more: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 25V636000 · 200K units potentially affected · filed Sep 23, 2025
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V636000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF North America, Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
- Units affected
- 199,674
- Report received
- Sep 23, 2025
- Owner letters
- Feb 6, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- BMW 230I 2022
- BMW 330I 2019, 2020, 2021
- BMW 430I 2021, 2022
- BMW 430I Convertible 2021, 2022
- BMW 530I 2020, 2021, 2022
- BMW X3 2020, 2021, 2022
- BMW X4 2020, 2021, 2022
- BMW Z4 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
- Toyota Supra 2020, 2021, 2022