NHTSA recall 24V-576 (24V576000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported August 1, 2024 - about 105,588 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V576000
- Also written as
- 24V-576
- Reported
- August 1, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~105,588
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
Why it is dangerous
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-576 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.