recall information
Recall number
REC-006334
Campaign number
0012380600
Original published date
make and model information
Make
BMW
Model
520i and X3
Year range
2024 - 2025
Affected units
273
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, an electrical connection within the vehicle’s starter generator may not have been assembled to specifications. This could cause a sudden loss of power whilst driving. In addition, a faulty connection may also generate excessive heat, which could lead to a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A sudden loss of motive power and/or a vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred authorised BMW dealer to check the affected components and if required replace the starter generator and associated wiring harness, free of charge.
Supplier details
B M W AUSTRALIA LTD.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
BMW Australia’s Recall Hotline
Contact phone
1800 243 675
Contact email
info@bmw.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
