2019–2025 BMW 340I, BMW 740LI, BMW 840I +more: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 25V644000 · 145K units potentially affected · filed Sep 25, 2025
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
Why it matters
An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 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 17, 2025.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V644000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF North America, Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Units affected
- 145,102
- Report received
- Sep 25, 2025
- Owner letters
- Feb 9, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.