Vehicle recall 25V202000 · April 1, 2025
BMW 330i, 330I Xdrive and 5 more models
The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
- Consequence
- A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V202000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 1, 2025
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- August 8, 2025
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4,557
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Starter assembly; Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW 330i (2025): 2025
- BMW 330I Xdrive (2025): 2025
- BMW 430i (2025): 2025
- BMW 430I Xdrive (2025): 2025
- BMW 530i (2025): 2025
- BMW 530I Xdrive (2025): 2025
- BMW X3 (2025): 2025
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