BMW remembers lots of of 1000’s of vehicles worldwide as a consequence of fireplace threat

BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of cars worldwide over a potential fire risk.

A global recall would affect a ‘mid-six-figure number’ of cars, the spokesman said, adding that the company would write to drivers affected to replace potentially faulty engine starters.

German car trade outlet kfz-betrieb reported that 575,000 cars would be recalled. 

BMW said that the issue was with the starter motor, which can wear down over time. 

Though the affected cars may be harder to start over time, the auto manufacturer fears that ‘in the worst-case scenario, this can lead to a vehicle fire during operation.’

The recall covers variants of the 2 Series Coupe, 3, 4, 5, and 7 Series sedans, as well as the 6 Series Gran Turismo, X4, X5, X6 and Z4 models. 

Affected cars were built between July 2020 and July 2022, the specialist outlet reported.

Anadolu Agency reported that any cars fitted with starter motors during this period may also be affected. 

BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of cars worldwide over a potential fire risk (file image)

BMW told the kfz-betrieb that it recommends owners to ‘not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running after starting the engine – especially after a remote start.’

The carmaker has asked owners to check their VINs against the official lookup tool on its website, and to book a visit to a nearby dealer as soon as possible.

It comes just a few months after BMW announced a mass recall of cars produced between September 2015 and 2021 due to a fault in the starter system. 

That recall was due to possible leaks causing corrosion, risking failure and possible fires. 

This story is developing, more to follow.